UCD International Handbook 2013/2014

University College DublinIreland’s Global University

UCD INTERNATIONALSTUDENT HANDBOOK

2013/2014

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WELCOMEIt is a great pleasure to welcome you to University College Dublin, Dublin, and Ireland.

As an international university, UCD offers many learning opportunities both inside and outside the lecture theatre. It is our sincere hope that you will take full advantage of these opportunities and become involved in the dynamic life of our university.

The staff in UCD International are here to provide you with the necessary support that you may require and will help to minimise any disruptions you may experience. If you need help, you should not hesitate to ask for our assistance.

Take time to experience life in Ireland. There are good rail connections to Galway, Belfast, Cork, and other cities that will help you discover all that this island has to offer. Dublin is a cosmopolitan European city with a multitude of activities on offer. Enjoy exploring the city during your time here.

Finally, we hope that this practical handbook will help you to get to know more about life in UCD. Please read it and keep it for future reference during your studies. Our aim is to provide you with practical information about life as a new international student at UCD and as a new member of the wider Dublin community.

UCD International

COntaCt DEtaiLs: UCD International Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre University College Dublin Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland

tel: +353 1 716 8500 Fax: +353 1 716 1165 Email: [email protected] Website: www.ucd.ie/international Facebook: UCDInternational twitter: @UCDInternat Youtube: UCDGlobal

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We wish you well as you begin your studies in UCD and we look forward to meeting you.

UCD International Team

senior Managementalex MetcalfeInterim Director of International Affairs

international RelationsEve BrosseauInternational Relations Officer

student supportshauna HughesInternational Student Activities Coordinator

Carl LusbyInternational Student Adviser

UCD Centre for study abroadEnda CarrollStudy Abroad ManagerRegional Manager North America

sarah HoltArts Study Abroad Programme Manager

Madeline MolyneauxBusiness Study Abroad Programme Manager

administrationPaul GleesonOffice Manager

sinead MurphyInternational Executive Assistant


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Exchanges (Erasmus and non – EU Exchanges)Catherine ConveryEuropean Programmes Officer

Ruth RedahanInternational Study Coordinator Non-EU Exchanges

Deirdre Healy International Exchange Assistant

Recruitment/MarketingYi BaoInternational Recruitment Manager (China)

Lorraine WoodsInternational Communications Assistant

Una CondronInternational Recruitment Manager (South and South East Asia) International Marketing Manager

Olivia MossInternational Recruitment Assistant

Michael GarveyPre-Masters Coordinator

Kate O’HanlonInternational Student Scholarships & Funding Coordinator

susan McalindenInternational Partnership CoordinatorRegional Manager Middle East

Molly DineenNorth America Representative

UCD Volunteers OverseasCaroline O’ConnorManager UCD Volunteers Overseas



COntEnts Getting started 1. introduction 1

2. Categories of international student 3

3. admission Procedures 5

4. immigration Regulations 13

5. Registering at UCD 17

6. accommodation 21

7. studying in UCD 29

student Life8. UCD international student support 31

9. UCD Global Lounge 37

10. UCD international Orientation and Events 39

11. services and Facilities 41

12. student Health 53

13. stay Connected with UCD international 57

14. Clubs and societies 59

15. UCDVO 61

Dublin and ireland16. transportation 63

17. Living and Working in Dublin 69

appendices 77

index 96 This booklet is produced for information only. Every effort is made to ensure

that it is accurate at time of going to print. However, the University is not bound by any error or omission therein. April 2013.

Images courtesy of UCD Communications, UCD International, UCD Career Development Centre, UCD Media Services, UCD Sport, Sportsfile, Dan Hayden Advantage Point Photography and National Library of Ireland.


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Introduction

iRELanDIreland is an island on the western edge of Europe, 480 km long, 240 km wide, and is a member country of the European Union. Politically the island is divided. The Republic of Ireland covers 26 of the 32 counties, and its capital city is Dublin. The remaining counties comprise Northern Ireland (capital city Belfast), which is part of the United Kingdom.

Dublin City Ireland’s capital is Dublin, a cosmopolitan, Georgian city of approximately one million people. As a capital city, Dublin offers a great variety of amenities, including theatres, cinemas and parks. There are train and bus links to cities and towns throughout Ireland including Belfast in Northern Ireland, Galway in the west of Ireland and Cork in the south. There are excellent air links to European capitals from Dublin and flight time to London is approximately 1 hour.

UCDUniversity College Dublin is Ireland’s largest and most richly diversified university. The University provides a broad range of Bachelors, Masters, and PhD degrees in subjects grouped into seven colleges (UCD College of Agriculture, Food Science and Veterinary Medicine, UCD College of Arts & Celtic Studies, UCD College of Business & Law, UCD College of Engineering & Architecture, UCD College of Health Sciences, UCD College of Human Sciences, and UCD College of Science). UCD traces its origins to the Catholic University of Ireland founded in 1854 by Cardinal John Henry Newman, author of the celebrated “The Idea of a University”. Since then, the university has played a central role in Ireland’s advancement as a dynamic and highly successful European state and has established a long and distinguished tradition of service to scholarship and the Irish and international community.

Today, UCD is a vibrant, modern university with almost 25,000 students (including over 5,000 international students) situated on a spacious and leafy campus 5 km to the south of Dublin city centre. For students, both Irish and international, it is a supportive and stimulating environment in which to spend a period of intellectual and personal development. UCD offers a lively campus community in which to live and study. The university has modern buildings and first-class academic and sporting facilities. UCD has a busy extracurricular life and students are encouraged to become actively involved in the wide range of social, cultural, and sporting activities available. UCD also has comprehensive student support services, including a student health centre, student advisers, counselling, and a career development centre.


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In UCD we have a number of different categories of international student. The first step to finding your way around UCD is to know to which category you belong to. If in doubt about which category of student you belong to, please ask your coordinator or UCD International.

You are undertaking your entire Bachelor’s degree at UCD (e.g. BA, BComm, BSc).

You are a graduate (postgraduate) student if you are undertaking a Higher Diploma, Masters Degree, or PhD at UCD.

You are a Pre-Masters student if you are undertaking one of the UCD Pre-Masters programmes on the UCD Belfield campus.

You are a UCD ISC student if you are studying an International Foundation Year Programme in the UCD International Study Centre, which is located at 19-20 Lower Leeson Street in the city centre.

You are an Erasmus student if you come from a EUROPEAN university with whom we have a bilateral exchange agreement for a study period of one or two semesters.

You are a non-EU exchange student if you come from a non-EU university with whom we have a bilateral exchange agreement for a study period of one or two semesters. You should check with your home university to determine if we have an exchange agreement in place, or whether you are a ‘study abroad student’ at UCD. If we do not have an exchange agreement in place, you are likely to be a study abroad student or a visiting/occasional student.

You are a study abroad student if you are studying at UCD for one semester or a year and your university does not have a bilateral exchange agreement with UCD (see above).

There are a number of categories of ‘visiting/occasional students’. Sometimes visiting students are doing a project at their home university and are carrying out research at UCD for a short period of time. Other times visiting students are from a non-partner university and are enrolled at UCD for a year or a semester (limited schools offer this option, please see page 9 for information).

‘FULL-DEGREE’ UnDERGRaDUatE stUDEnts

‘GRaDUatE’ OR ‘POstGRaDUatE’ stUDEnts

PRE-MastERs stUDEnts

UCD intERnatiOnaL stUDY CEntRE stUDEnts (isC)

‘ERasMUs’ stUDEnts

‘nOn-EU EXCHanGE’ stUDEnts

‘stUDY aBROaD’ stUDEnts

‘VisitinG/OCCasiOnaL’ stUDEnts

Categories of International Student

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3.1 Undergraduate StudentsThe Admissions Office in UCD is responsible for the admission of all students, including international students, to undergraduate full degree programmes.

UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS OFFICE Student Desk, Tierney Building University College Dublin Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland tel: +353 1 716 1555 Email: [email protected] Web: https://myucd.ucd.ie/admission/ug_home.ezc

3.2 Graduate StudentsAll applications for admission to graduate courses are made online. Please see www.ucd.ie/graduatestudies. Alternatively you can contact UCD Graduate Studies.

UCD GRADUATE STUDIESUCD Graduate Studies Tierney Building- Room 014 Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland tel: +353 1 716 4043 Fax: +353 1 716 4001 Email: [email protected] Web: www.ucd.ie/graduatestudies

Applications for admission to the Smurfit School of Business can be made online at:www.smurfitschool.ie/tools/applynow

If you have any questions about applying for UCD undergraduate or graduate programmes please contact the UCD International Recruitment Assistant.

Olivia Moss International Recruitment Assistant UCD International Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre University College Dublin Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland tel: +353 1 716 8452 Fax: + 353 1 716 1165 Email: [email protected]


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3.3 Erasmus StudentsWe only accept Erasmus students from universities with which we have bilateral agreements. Check with your own university to see if this is the case, and please note that we do not accept ‘free movers’ under the Erasmus programme. Our website contains a list of our partner universities.

www.ucd.ie/international/exchange-programmes

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APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Check with your home International Office or academic department for information on the application process for an Erasmus exchange.

2. Once you have been nominated by your home university, go to www.ucd.ie/international/exchange-programmes and follow the instructions to apply online at UCD. If successful you will receive an acceptance letter from UCD International by email.

CHOOsinG MODULEsInstructions for choosing modules will be provided by UCD International during the summer months. It is possible that not all of your course choices will be available or considered suitable by the UCD academic coordinator. It is important to note that, while every effort will be made to ensure that chosen courses are available, occasionally courses may have to be changed or omitted. Because of this, some flexibility on the part of incoming students is required. We will, however, do our best to ensure that you are informed in advance whether or not it will be possible for you to take certain courses. There will be an opportunity to make any necessary changes to your choice on arrival at UCD.

ONLINE APPLICATIONS DEADLINES15 May 2013 full year/autumn semester1 november 2013 second term/spring semester students


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aCaDEMiC COORDinatORsEach Erasmus exchange in which UCD is involved has an academic co-ordinator in a UCD School. You will be given the name of your co-ordinator during Orientation by UCD International and you should make contact as soon as possible after your arrival.

PROGRaMME COORDinatORsIf you have queries that are not related to courses, please contact one of the coordinators below.

BUsinEssMs. Deirdre Linehan-O’BrienUCD Quinn School of BusinessUniversity College DublinBelfield, Dublin 4, Irelandtel: +353 1 716 4729Fax: +353 1 716 4759Email: [email protected]

LaWMs. Claire CollinsRoebuck CastleLaw Programme Office University College Dublin Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland tel: + 353 1 716 8342 Email: [email protected]

aLL OtHER stUDEnts Ms. Catherine ConveryUCD InternationalGerard Manley Hopkins CentreUniversity College Dublin Belfield, Dublin 4, Irelandtel: +353 1 716 8491Fax: +353 1 716 1165Email: [email protected]

Ms. Deirdre HealyUCD InternationalGerard Manley Hopkins CentreUniversity College Dublin Belfield, Dublin 4, Irelandtel: +353 1 716 8542Fax: +353 1 716 1165Email: [email protected]

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3.4 Non-EU Exchange StudentsUCD has exchange agreements with a large number of universities from outside of the European Union. You can check with your home International Office to see if your university has such an agreement with UCD. Our website also contains a list of our partner universities.

www.ucd.ie/international/exchange-programmes

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PROGRaMME COORDinatORIf you have any queries please contact one of the coordinators below.

aLL OtHER stUDEntsMs. Ruth RedahanUCD InternationalGerard Manley Hopkins CentreUniversity College DublinBelfield, Dublin 4, Irelandtel: +353 1 716 8471Fax: +353 1 716 1165Email: [email protected]

Ms. Deirdre HealyUCD InternationalGerard Manley Hopkins CentreUniversity College Dublin Belfield, Dublin 4, Irelandtel: +353 1 716 8542Fax: +353 1 716 1165Email: [email protected]

BUsinEss Ms. Esther sanzUCD Quinn School of BusinessUniversity College DublinBelfield, Dublin 4, Irelandtel: +353 1 716 4750Fax: +353 1 716 4759Email: [email protected]

LaWMs. Claire Collins Roebuck CastleLaw Programme Office University College Dublin Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland tel: + 353 1 716 8342 Email: [email protected]

ONLINE APPLICATIONS DEADLINES15 May 2013 full year/autumn semester1 november 2013 second term/spring semester students

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Check with your home International Office/academic department for information on the application process for going on exchange.

2. Once you have been nominated by your home university, you will receive instructions on how to complete your application at UCD. If successful you will receive an acceptance letter from UCD International.


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3.5 Visiting/Occasional Fee-Paying StudentsSome schools and colleges accept visiting/occasional fee-paying students for one semester or academic year.

Please note that the UCD School of Medicine & Medical Science and the UCD School of Law do not accept visiting/occasional fee-paying students. For information and application procedures, please contact the coordinator directly.

aGRiCULtURE, FOOD anD nUtRitiOnMs. Claudia schmidSchool of Agriculture & Food ScienceScience Centre – South S2.15University College DublinBelfield, Dublin 4, Irelandtel: +353 1 716 2846 Email: [email protected]

sCiEnCEMs. Joanna LongUCD College of Science University College DublinBelfield, Dublin 4, Irelandtel: +353 1 716 2365Fax: +353 1 716 2439Email: [email protected]

BUsinEssMs. Esther sanzUCD Quinn School of Business University College DublinBelfield, Dublin 4, Irelandtel: +353 1 716 4750Fax: +353 1 716 4759Email: [email protected]

EnGinEERinG/aRCHitECtURE LanDsCaPE aRCHitECtUREMs. Joanne ReillyProgramme OfficeEngineering & Materials Science CentreUniversity College DublinBelfield, Dublin 4, Irelandtel: +353 1 716 1867Fax: +353 1 716 1165Email: [email protected]


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3.6 Study Abroad StudentsStudents who are studying at UCD for one semester or a year and who are fee-paying should contact the following for information on UCD Study Abroad Programmes and application procedures:

UCD CEntRE FOR stUDY aBROaD

Ms. Enda CarrollManager – Centre for Study Abroad UCD International Gerard Manley Hopkins CentreUniversity College DublinBelfield, Dublin 4, Irelandtel: +353 1 716 8544 Email: [email protected]

Ms. shauna HughesInternational Student Activities CoordinatorUCD International Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland tel: +353 1 716 8443Email: [email protected]

UCD International Gerard Manley Hopkins CentreUniversity College DublinBelfield, Dublin 4, Irelandtel: +353 1 716 8289Fax: +353 1 716 1165Email: [email protected]


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aRts, CELtiC stUDiEs & HUMan sCiEnCEs Ms. sarah Holt Centre for Study AbroadGerard Manley Hopkins Centretel: +353 1 716 8469Email: [email protected]

aGRiCULtURE, FOOD anD nUtRitiOnMs. Claudia schmidRoom 3.34, UCD School of Agriculture, Food Science and Veterinary Medicinetel: +353 1 716 2846 Email: [email protected]

BUsinEssMs Madeline MolyneauxBusiness Study Abroad Programme Manager Centre for Study Abroad Quinn School of Business tel: +353 1 716 4710 Email: [email protected]

CLintOn institUtE FOR aMERiCan stUDiEsMs. Catherine CareyUCD Clinton Institute for American Studies tel: +353 1 716 1560 Email: [email protected]

EnGinEERinG/aRCHitECtUREMs. Joanne ReillyUCD Engineering & Materials Science CentreProgramme Officetel: +353 1 716 1867Email: [email protected]

PRE-LaWMs. Claire Collins Roebuck Castle, Law Programme Office tel: +353 1 716 8342 Email: [email protected]

nURsinG anD MiDWiFERYDr. Declan Patton UCD School of Nursing, Midwifery & Health Systems UCD Health Sciences Centre tel: +353 1 716 6417 Email: [email protected]

PRE-VEtERinaRYMs. trish scaife Veterinary Medicine Programme Office, Veterinary Science Centre tel: +353 1 716 6105 Email: [email protected]

sCiEnCE PRE MEDiCaLMs. Joanna Long Programme Office UCD Science Building tel: +353 1 716 2365 Email: [email protected]

sPORt anD EXERCisEDr. tara MagdalinskiUCD Centre for Sports Studies Woodview Housetel: +353 1 716 3439Email: [email protected]

PRE-PHYsiCaL tHERaPY Dr. Caitriona Cunningham UCD School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Population Science tel: +353 1 716 6512 Email: [email protected]

For academic and further information on particular study abroad programmes, please contact the following:

nURsinG sUMMER sCHOOLDr. Declan PattonUCD School of Nursing, Midwifery & Health SystemsUCD Health Sciences Centretel: +353 1 716 6417Email: [email protected]

sUMMER intERnsHiPMs. Madeline MolyneauxCentre for Study AbroadGerard Manley Hopkins Centretel: +353 1 716 4710/8289Email: [email protected]

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Immigration Regulations

4.1 Before Arrivalthe information below is valid at the time of printing.

WHO nEEDs a Visa?

Nationals of all countries not mentioned in Appendix 4 at the end of the handbook will require a student visa prior to seeking entry to Ireland. For example, if you are a citizen of P. R. China or Saudi Arabia you will need to apply for a student visa before arrival in Ireland. Details of the application process can be found by visiting the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service website and clicking on Visas.

www.inis.gov.ie

Details of the Irish Embassy attached to your country can be found by visiting the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade website and clicking on Visa Information.

www.dfa.ie

See UCD International website also for further information:

www.ucd.ie/international/study-at-ucd-global/coming-toireland/visa-and-immigration

You will also need to register in person with the Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB) once you arrive in Ireland (see section 4.2). Students who are nationals of visa-required countries should also note that Ireland is not a member of the Schengen Agreement. Therefore students who have obtained a visa for a Schengen country will need to apply for a separate visa for Ireland.

Nationals of all countries listed on Appendix 4 do not require a visa prior to seeking entry to Ireland. For example, if you are a citizen of Australia, Canada, Malaysia, New Zealand, or USA, you do not need to apply for a student visa before arrival in Ireland. You will, however, be required to complete immigration formalities with the GNIB once you have completed registration in UCD (see section 4.2).

All students are advised to carry proof of acceptance to UCD in their hand luggage. Immigration authorities may ask to see it upon arrival in Ireland.

Your first point for visa information should be the embassy with jurisdiction of your country or www.inis.gov.ie. However, should you encounter any problems with your visa application, please let the UCD International Student Adviser, Carl Lusby, know as quickly as possible and she will advise you.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADVISERMs. Carl Lusby UCD International Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre, and Room C2.16, Health Sciences Centre tel: +353 1 716 8406/6632 Email: [email protected]

IRISH NATURALISATION AND IMMIGRATION SERVICE13/14 Burgh Quay Dublin 2, Ireland tel: +353 1 616 7700 Web: www.inis.gov.ie

PLEASE ENSURE YOU READ THE ‘stUDEnt Visa GUiDELinEs’ DOCUMENT BEFORE APPLYING FOR YOUR VISA.


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4.2 After Arrival: Registration with Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB)

CitizEns FROM EU/EEa anD sWitzERLanD

It is not necessary to register with the immigration authorities.

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All non-Irish nationals who are not citizens of the EU/EEA or Switzerland, must register in person with the Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB) after arrival and after completion of registration at UCD. The GNIB will issue you with a residence permit/GNIB card. The fee for this card is €300 and must be paid by credit card, laser card, or bank giro. This fee cannot be paid by cash.

REqUiRED FOR GaRDa natiOnaL iMMiGRatiOn BUREaU Valid passport (and entry visa if applicable).

Valid UCD Student Card.

Evidence of financial support e.g. current Irish bank statement showing your name and balance of €3,000*. Sponsored students should bring a letter from their sponsoring body confirming financial status.

A certificate of attendance downloaded through your SIS account. See website: www.ucd.ie/registry/adminservices/studentdesk/onlinedocs.html and click on the link ‘How to access your documents’.

Evidence of private medical health insurance. It must have a minimum coverage of €25,000 for in-hospital treatment in an Irish hospital.

A credit/debit card for payment of €300 fee (or Bank Giro obtainable from the GNIB office). This fee cannot be paid in cash.

*Single Semester students, staying in Ireland for less than six months: you are not required to open a bank account but must show evidence of sufficient funds, which is €500 for each month of your stay. You should provide an original statement from your home bank plus evidence of a credit/debit card to access the funds.

On successful completion of your GNIB registration you will be issued with a GNIB Card/residence permit. This is valid for one year or for single semester students, to the end of their course.UCD International organises special evening registration with GNIB in September/October and January each year. Details may be obtained from UCD International Reception or from the coordinator of your programme.

GARDA NATIONALIMMIGRATION BUREAU13/14 Burgh Quay, Dublin 2, Ireland tel: +353 1 666 9130/01

OPENING HOURS MOn. tO tHURs.: 08:00 – 22:00 FRiDaY: 08:00 – 16:00


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nOn-EU / EEa CitizEns:

Passport, birth certificate, and entry visa (if applicable)

Private health insurance

Undergraduates: acceptance letter from the Undergraduate Admissions Office

Graduates: acceptance letter from the school which you are joining

Evidence of payment of fees or letter from your sponsoring body

EU/EEa CitizEns:

Passport/national identity card and/or birth certificate

EHIC (European Health Insurance Card) from your local health authority

Undergraduates: acceptance letter from the Undergraduate Admissions Office or CAO confirmation slip

Graduates: acceptance letter from the school which you are joining

4.3 ChecklistBefore you leave home, ensure that you bring with you the following documents:


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5.1 Registration Before attending courses you will need to register as a student, enrol in your courses, pay your tuition fees, and receive a student card (UCARD). Your UCARD gives you access to all student facilities, including the residences, library, computer facilities, sports clubs, and the student centre. It can be used to pay for certain services on campus such as purchasing food in the main restaurant, printing, scanning and photocopying, renting lockers, and more.

You can collect your UCARD on campus during Orientation Week. Students will be notified in August of exact dates and locations of UCARD collection. All new students will be requested to upload a digital photograph. You can do this as soon as your SISweb access is activated. This photo will be used as photographic identification of you on your UCARD and on our student database. It is important that you upload your photo as early as possible. For further information and guidelines on photo upload please visit:

www.ucd.ie/ucard

UnDERGRaDUatE stUDEntsAll first year undergraduate students must go online to confirm their attendance, complete module registration (where applicable), and pay any fees owed. You are responsible for managing your modules online before online registration closes. Information on module registration deadlines will be available online.

If you cannot access the internet prior to arrival at UCD, computers will be available in UCD for registration purposes. A help line is available for students having difficulties with the online registration at +353 1 716 1555.

Information regarding registration, orientation, academic advisory meetings, and student cards etc. will be sent out by the Undergraduate Admissions Office.

www.ucd.ie/students/registration.html

UnDERGRaDUatE REGistRatiOn HELP LinE:

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GRaDUatE stUDEntsStudents must go online to confirm their attendance, complete module registration (where applicable), and pay any fees owed. For most taught programmes, module registration takes place online. For research programmes (Masters and PhD), module registration is done through your Graduate School or Programme Office. You are responsible for managing your module registration.

www.ucd.ie/students/registration.html

PRE-MastERs stUDEntsThe Pre-Masters coordinator will manually register you for modules.

intERnatiOnaL FOUnDatiOn YEaR stUDEntsInternational Foundation Year Students will be registered through the UCD International Study Centre.

www.studygroup.com/isc/ucd/

ERasMUs/nOn-EU EXCHanGE stUDEntsErasmus and non-EU exchange students also need to register online (confirmation of attendance). Your exchange coordinator will manually register you for modules. Full information about this process will be sent by UCD International in August each year, along with the letter of acceptance. This information will be sent by email only.

www.ucd.ie/international/exchange-programmes/

stUDY aBROaD stUDEntsStudy abroad students need to register online (confirmation of attendance). Study abroad students are pre- registered to their subject choices prior to their arrival at UCD and should consult their Study Abroad coordinator (see section 3.6) for more information.

VisitinG/OCCasiOnaL FEE-PaYinG stUDEnts

Visiting/occasional fee-paying students need to register online (confirmation of attendance). Students are pre-registered to their subject choices prior to their arrival at UCD and should consult their coordinator (see section 3.5) for more information.


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UnDERGRaDUatE stUDEntsOnce you are registered as a full-time undergraduate student you will be enrolled to sit university examinations. Examination timetables are posted on the Assessment and Logistics Office website.www.ucd.ie/registry/assessment

Examination results, personalised examination timetables, and other information regarding examinations can be accessed online by logging on to the Student Information System (SIS Web).https://sisweb.ucd.ie

GRaDUatE stUDEntsCourse work for Masters degrees is typically examined at the end of semester one, and in May at the end of the academic year, or in August. PhD and Masters theses are submitted directly to the Student Desk in UCD where deadlines for the submission of theses are available. Please ensure that your UCD registration is current or your theses cannot be accepted. www.ucd.ie/registry/adminservices/fees/thesis_submission.html

ERasMUs/nOn-EU EXCHanGE stUDEntsErasmus and non-EU exchange students must take UCD examinations or school-based examinations to gain credit for courses taken. Full information about examination registration is provided during your orientation session. All examination information such as personalised examination timetables, examination numbers, and examination results can be accessed online by logging on to the Student Information System (SIS Web).https://sisweb.ucd.ie

Examination results are sent out by post to your home address once transcripts become available. Make sure that your home address on SIS Web is appropriately updated.

stUDY aBROaD stUDEntsStudy abroad students must take UCD examinations or school-based examinations to gain credit for courses taken. All examination information such as personalised examination timetables, examination numbers, and examination results can be accessed online by logging on to the Student Information System (SIS Web).https://sisweb.ucd.ie

Examination results are sent out by post to your home university once transcripts become available.

VisitinG/OCCasiOnaL FEE-PaYinG stUDEntsVisiting/Occasional fee-paying students must take UCD examinations or school-based examinations to gain credit for courses taken. All examination information such as personalised examination timetables, examination numbers, and examination results can be accessed online by logging on to the Student Information System (SIS Web).https://sisweb.ucd.ie

Examination results are sent out by post to your home address once transcripts become available. Make sure that your home address on SIS Web is appropriately updated.

5.2 Examinations

EXaMinatiOn LOCatiOnsStudents should note that many examinations do not take place on the Belfield or Blackrock Campuses. Therefore students should ensure they know exactly where they need to go well in advance of the examination, and if in doubt, contact their coordinator as soon as their timetable is available. When an exam is scheduled for an off-site location, shuttle buses are available from the Belfield Campus to the examination location.


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6.1 ON-CAmPUS ACCOmmOdAtIONUCD has on-campus accommodation available for over 2,500 students in both halls of residence and three, four, five, and six-bedroom self-catering apartments. However, places are limited and we regret that we are unable to guarantee accommodation to all international students.

The residential fee (rent) is per person for the whole academic year, payable in three instalments: 55% on or before the first day of license period; 2nd September 2013; 20% on or before 6th January 2014; and 25% on or before 3rd March 2014.

Semester only students are not eligible to pay in instalments - the entire fees should be paid on or before the first day of the license period and will consist of the single semester license fee, utilities, plus the €35 insurance charge.

Please see the residence website for payment breakdown:

www.ucd.ie/residences/studentpages/fees2013-2014/

A deposit of €350 is payable at the time of booking. This is refundable at the end of the license to reside less the cost of any damage/ breakages or cleaning charges. All residences will also charge utilities of €396 and an insurance charge of €35. Students wishing to stay in Glenomena or Proby for 50 weeks will pay in 4 instalments with the 4th instalment due on the 20th May 2014. Please note that should a student vacate their residence during the occupancy period they will forfeit their deposit and rent.

Room bookings are made online through your SIS account and open from early June. For further information, please see:

www.ucd.ie/residences

https://sisweb.ucd.ie

MOVinG inIn 2013, rooms in the student residence will be available for occupation from 2nd September 2013 to 20th May 2014. If you arrive in Dublin before this date, you should make alternative arrangements (see Appendix 2).

Keys for rooms may be collected up until 22:00 at night from the reception desks. If you arrive after this time, arrangements should be made in advance with the relevant residence to collect the key of your room. If possible try to arrive between 09:30 and 17:00.

RatEsFees vary according to residence 38 WEEKs €3,960- €5,540* 50 WEEKs €7,303* *plus utilities

ROEBUCK CastLE CatERED HaLLs Full Irish or Continental Breakfast and Dinner in a private dining hall for only €9.00 per day!

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Virtual tour of on-campus accommodation in Belfield www.ucd.ie/virtualtour

MERViLLE UCD BELFiELD CaMPUsaPaRtMEnts 4/5 single bedrooms

EaCH aPaRtMEnt: Two showers, two toilets A kitchen and living area Hob, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle

BELGROVE UCD BELFiELD CaMPUsaPaRtMEnts 3/4 single or 1 single/1 twin bedroom

EaCH aPaRtMEnt: One shower, one toilet A kitchen and dining area per apartment Hob, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle

GLEnOMEna UCD BELFiELD CaMPUsaPaRtMEnts 6 single bedrooms

EaCH aPaRtMEnt: Each student has their own bedroom/bathroom (with shower & toilet) A kitchen and dining area per apartment Hob, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle

PROBY HOUsE UCD BLaCKROCK CaMPUsaPaRtMEnts 6 single bedrooms

EaCH aPaRtMEnt: Each student has their own bedroom/bathroom Each student shares common kitchen/living area with 5 other students Hob, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle


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ROEBUCK HaLL UCD BELFiELD CaMPUsaPaRtMEnts 6 single bedrooms

EaCH aPaRtMEnt: Each student has their own bedroom/bathroom (with shower & toilet) A kitchen and dining area Hob, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle

ROEBUCK CastLE CatERED aCCOMMODatiOn

UCD BELFiELD CaMPUs

aPaRtMEnts 13 single bedrooms

EaCH aPaRtMEnt: Each student has their own bedroom/bathroom (with shower & toilet) A kitchenette and lounge area Hob, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle

aDDitiOnaL FaCiLitiEs Exercise room with treadmills, rowing machines, and various other sporting equipment Coffee shop

CatERED MEaLs Breakfast & Dinner in a private dining hall

BLaCKROCK REsiDEnCE UCD BLaCKROCK CaMPUs180 single rooms Shared bathrooms

Shared kitchens, dining rooms and TV rooms Hob, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle

MUCKROss HaLL CatERED aCCOMMODatiOn

DOnnYBROOK

57 single bedrooms Common bathrooms Common dining rooms and TV rooms Microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle Full breakfast and dinner catered for in private dining room


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aLL PROGRaMMEs Email: [email protected]

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Deirdre Linehan O’Brien Email: [email protected]

sCHOOL OF LaWClaire Collins

Email: [email protected]

aLL OtHERsCatherine Convery Deirdre Healy

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Esther Sanz Email: [email protected]

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International graduate students should apply directly online for graduate campus accommodation on the SIS website.

UnDERGRaDUatE stUDEnts

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tELEVisiOnsTelevisions are not provided in the residences. Televisions can be bought or rented in electrical shops in the city centre. Students must pay the television licence themselves. A television licence costs €160 per year per apartment and can be purchased in the Belfield Post Office. You can also watch TV in the UCD Global Lounge. There are over 350 international TV stations, including Sky Sports and ESPN, available for students to watch.

FURnitUREEach student’s bedroom contains a bed. There is also a desk, chair, lamp, and wardrobe. A duvet (comforter) and a pillow are provided; students must buy their own bed linen and towels.

PHOnEsThere are no phones provided in the apartments and most students purchase their own mobile phones. See Section 17.9 for further information on purchasing a mobile phone in Ireland.

6.3 INtERNAtIONAl StUdENt ACCOmmOdAtIONUCD has set aside a large proportion of on-campus rooms for international students. International students must check first on availability with individual coordinators before booking accommodation online.




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6.4 OFF-CAmPUS ACCOmmOdAtION

WEBsitEsThe following websites have advertisements for available accommodation in Dublin:

www.daft.iewww.independent.iewww.let.iewww.myhome.ie/rentalswww.letbynet.comwww.rent.ie www.property.ie

ACCOMMODATION BOOKING AND SUPPORT OFFICE

Merville Residence Reception, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland

OPEninG HOURs (aLL YEaR ROUnD)MOnDaY tO FRiDaY: 09:30 – 13:0014:00 – 17:00 Tel: +353 1 716 5772/5773Web: www.ucd.ie/residences

If you have not been allocated a room in the student residences on campus you should contact the UCD Residences Accommodation Booking and Support Office for assistance or e-mail: [email protected]. Students can reference daily newspapers and telephone landlords and landladies from the office.

Alternatively, arrive at least 2-3 weeks before term begins in order to search for suitable accommodation. There is enormous demand for accommodation in the areas of Dublin surrounding UCD. The search starts in July and increases throughout August/September. Most rented accommodation is furnished, although the standard of furnishings will vary. Rents can range from €100 per week upwards for a room in a house being shared by 3-4 other people, excluding electricity and heating. A deposit equal to one month’s rent along with payment of one month’s rent in advance is usually required.

It is worth buying a newspaper and a map of Dublin. The Evening Herald is the best newspaper for off-campus accommodation advertisements. It is available after 12.00 in the city centre newsagents, but not until approximately after 14:00 outside the city centre. When you find something suitable, call immediately - all good accommodation goes very quickly.

Students should note, however, that it is always advisable to view private accommodation in advance in order to ascertain that it suits your requirements. Students should not make any deposit and/or rent payments for private accommodation before arrival in Ireland. You should always view accommodation before signing a lease or paying any money. See Appendix 3 for a list of estate agents.

The staff in UCD International are available to advise you on the best options to suit your situation, but do not make reservations on your behalf.

‘DiGs’Another alternative is ‘lodgings’ or ‘digs’. This involves living in a family home, with the landlord/landlady and his/her family. You may have your own room or you may be sharing a bedroom with another student (slightly less expensive). Breakfast and dinner are provided. The cost of lodgings/digs for 7 days is roughly €135.

A list of lodgings is available on:

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tEMPORaRY aCCOMMODatiOnIf you plan to arrive in Dublin without having organised long-term accommodation, you should book temporary accommodation prior to your arrival. See Appendix 2 for a list of youth hostels and budget accommodation.

stUDEnts’ UniOn aCCOMMODatiOn OFFiCEThe Students’ Union (SU), located in the Student Centre, also keeps a file on accommodation offered in flats, apartments, and house-sharing. The Students’ Union Handbook contains advice on your rights as a tenant and the Students’ Union Welfare Officer can help you during the year with any problems you might encounter with your landlord/landlady. UCDSU Accommodation Advisory Service will be available from 1st July 2013.

Notice boards in the Library Building are also used to advertise flat/house shares. Students should note that they will have to go and look at the accommodation advertised themselves, as the university is not in a position to make bookings on their behalf.

www.ucdsu.ie

tHREsHOLDThreshold, the tenant advisory service, also provides information and advice on your rights as a tenant.

www.threshold.ie

stUDEnts WitH sPOUsEs OR PaRtnERsIn the interests of keeping expenses and stress to a minimum, students with spouses and partners are strongly advised not to bring their families until they have secured a suitable place to live.

6.5 ElECtRICItyIrish electrical current is 220 volts (50 cycles) AC. The plugs most commonly used are 3-pin flat. As the Irish voltage is different to US/Canadian voltage, if you are bringing electrical appliances, you will need to bring/buy a voltage convertor. Voltage convertors are available from most electrical stores.

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THE STUDENTS’ UNION WELFARE OFFICER

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6.6 FlAt-ShARINGThe essence of a successful flat-share is having respect for one another. Each person’s point of view is valid and it is important to try to understand a different point of view. Compromise is what it is all about. Remember you are here to study and get on successfully in your exams - this is facilitated by a happy ‘home’ environment, so making the flat-share work is in everyone’s interest.

PRaCtiCaL tiPsAll flat mates should get together at the beginning of their tenancy to work out the following:

Will there be a communal fund for items such as milk/tea/bread/cleaning equipment or will each person buy their own? If there is no communal fund it means that you ask whoever owns the milk whether you can take some. Don’t drain the last drop!

Electricity for residence accommodation is paid for through a standard utilities charge costing €396.

No smoking allowed in the student residence on-campus accommodation. Remember to tell guests about this no-smoking policy.

Overnight guests must be signed in as per overnight guests policy.

Who cleans up the common areas (presumably you will clean up your own room!)? Do you get together as necessary or take responsibility for a week at a time? What about dirty dishes, when are they going to be done - immediately, or when they are all piled up and there are no clean ones left?

Are you going to cook evening meals together? Perhaps you will set up a rota.

Talk about how you will organise guests. How late can they stay, particularly during the middle of the week?

Television - are you going to rent one between you?

Have you different dietary needs/restrictions? Remember to respect other peoples’ requirements and come to some agreement concerning them.

Some problems may occur, such as: music too loud; arguments about TV programmes; too many friends calling or staying too late; or people not doing their share of the cleaning/shopping. If a problem arises, talk about it with your flatmates straight away, do not wait as it may escalate.

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7.1 ACAdEmIC CAlENdAR 2013/2014The university has two 12-week semesters, divided by Christmas. There is a two-week break in the second semester, to allow for fieldwork in some subject areas. Students are advised to arrive at least a week before the beginning of the semester, to allow time to settle in and prepare for courses.ination

7.2 lECtURESAs in most universities, teaching is done through a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, practicals, and laboratory classes. The precise mix of teaching methods varies from subject to subject, depending on the subject being covered and the size of the class. Lectures and tutorials are usually of 50 minutes’ duration, although seminars can be longer. In general, our study pattern involves less lectures than many universities provide, but much more tutorial and independent study. You should therefore be prepared to do extensive reading and develop a well-disciplined approach to library and laboratory work.

For further information on English Language Courses, please contact:

UCD Applied Language Centre, Daedalus Building, University College Dublin Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland

tel: +353 1 716 7900 Email: [email protected] Web: www.ucd.ie/alc/englishlanguagecourses/

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7.3 ENGlISh COURSESTo be accepted as a full degree student, you must have the minimum standard of English language competence, as measured by international tests. However, to help you develop your English to a higher standard, the UCD Applied Language Centre provides a range of English Language Courses including: short term and long term General English; IELTS Examination Preparation; and English for Academic Purposes.

semester 1 (Monday, 2 September 2013 – Sunday, 19 January 2014 inclusive)

Orientation Tuesday, 3 September Friday, 6 September

Teaching Term 1 Monday, 9 September Friday, 29 November

Revision Monday, 2 December Sunday, 8 December

Examinations Monday, 9 December Friday, 20 December

Christmas Break Monday, 23 December Wednesday, 1 January 2014

semester 2 (Monday, 20 January 2014 – Sunday , 18 May 2014 inclusive)

Teaching term 2a Monday, 20 January Friday, 7 March

Fieldwork/ Study period

Monday, 10 March Sunday, 23 March

Teaching term 2b Monday, 24 March Friday, 25 April

Revision Monday, 28 April Sunday, 4 May

Exams Tuesday, 6 May Saturday, 17 May

summer term/Research period (Monday, 19 May 2014 – Sunday, 31 August 2014)

Term 3 Monday, 19 May Sunday, 31 August

Timetables for undergraduate students are on SIS Student Web. https://sisweb.ucd.ie

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International Student SupportWe, the UCD International team know that moving to a new country is an exciting experience for students, but also understand the challenges associated with such a significant transition. In order to help you settle in, we offer support and guidance specifically for international students, which complements the services provided by the wider UCD support network.

8.1 INtERNAtIONAl StUdENt AdVISERThe International Student Adviser, Ms. Carl Lusby, is available to assist international students with personal, academic, or practical problems, from simple requests for information to more serious matters. She is also available for all types of immigration queries. All the staff of UCD International are available to assist you, so please do not hesitate to contact us.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADVISER

Ms. Carl Lusby UCD International Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre C2.16, Health Sciences Centre tel: +353 1 716 8406/6632 Email: [email protected]


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8.2 StUdENt AdVISERSStudent advisers provide support for all students during their university experience. Located in all colleges, student advisers work in conjunction with chaplains, student health and counselling, and academic/administrative staff to ensure the best outcomes for students.

Student advisers strive to:

• Promote social, academic, and personal development of students.

• Serve as a resource for students and staff about student support services available in the university, such as the Student Health Service, UCD Chaplaincy, and the Students’ Union.

• Provide an open-door policy: meeting individual students and advising them on personal, social, or practical matters and where necessary, referring students to other team members, to the central support services, or to the Student Health Service.

You can contact UCD student advisers in relation to personal, social, or practical issues. From simple requests for information to more confidential and serious matters, they will give you the time and space to talk things through. For further information on the student advisers, see following page, or log on to:

www.ucd.ie/studentadvisers

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Other Student Support: School of Computer Science and Informatics: Nikki Dillon, Student Support Officer, Room A1.16, Computer Science Building Tel: +353 1 716 2476 (part time during the academic semesters).

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agricultural science and Veterinary MedicineNaoimh O’Regan Room 201A, Veterinary Science Centre Room 2.48, Agriculture Building

Tel: Email:

+353 1 716 [email protected]

arts and Celtic studies Aisling O’ Grady Room D001, Newman Building

Tel: Email:

+353 1 716 8349 [email protected]

Business (Undergraduate) Jacqueline Levine Room Q020, Quinn Business School

Tel: Email:


Engineering, architecture and Landscape architecture Colleen Blaney Doyle Room 325A, Engineering and Materials Science Centre

Tel: Email:


Medicine, Biomedical Health and Life sciencesCarl LusbyRoom C2.16, Health Sciences Centre

Tel: Email:


social science, artsKieran MoloneyRoom G003, Newman Building

Tel: Email:


UCD access CentreJennifer MurphyRoom 103, Tierney Building

Tel: Email:


nursing, Midwifery, Diagnostic imaging, Public Health, Physiotherapy and Performance scienceAnna FarrellRoom C1.19, Health Sciences Centre

Tel: Email:


scienceAoife FitzgeraldRoom 1.08, Science Centre South (Chemistry)

Tel: Email:


Business (Graduate) and LawNadia ClarkinRoom E119, Smurfit Business School Room 127, Roebuck Castle

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Email:

+353 1 716 8953(Smurfit) +3531 716 8790 (Law) [email protected]

Mature Years studentsRonan MurphyUCD Access CentreG101, Newman Building

Tel: Email:

+ 353 1 716 [email protected]

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8.3 ChAPlAINSThe university chaplains also act as student advisers. An open-door policy exists to enable students to seek assistance, especially in times of distress, illness, and bereavement. There is particular attention given to students’ special needs at the beginning and the end of the academic year. Availability to students is seen as a priority at all times. The main chaplains’ office is situated at G002 in the Newman Building

8.4 dISABIlIty SUPPORtUCD aims to provide an accessible and inclusive environment for all students. If you have a disability and require assistance, please inform UCD International before your arrival. The Disability Support Service (DSS) works with students who require additional support. The disability officer works in co-operation with all colleges to include the needs of students with a disability in the provision of all services within the university.

Supports include the following:

• Accessible accommodation

• Library assistance

• Assistive technology

• Materials in alternate format

• Learning support

• Irish sign language interpreters

• Note-taking service

• Alternative examination arrangements

To avail of the supports provided by DSS, students are invited to register with the service as early as possible in the year. All students must provide adequate documentation detailing their disability. DSS will discuss with the student all the relevant supports and make appropriate recommendations. It is important to note that supports offered are in line with available funding and Irish best practice.

CHAPLAINS

Room G002 Newman Building University College Dublin Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland tel: +353 1 716 8372/ 4789/6495 Web: www.ucd.ie/chaplaincy

DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES

UCD Access Centre Disability Support Office Level 1, James Joyce Library Building University College Dublin Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland

tel: +353 1 716 7565 Email: [email protected] Web: www.ucd.ie/ openingworlds/ ucdaccesscentre/

OPENING HOURS

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NITELINE FREEPHONE

1800 793 793 (includes calls from mobiles and payphones)

Web: www.niteline.ie

8.5 NItElINENiteline is a voluntary student-run telephone listening and information service for students.

The volunteers come from UCD, TCD, RCSI, DCU, and NCAD. Callers can talk about any problems they might have whether it is personal, sexual, or study-related. Both male and female volunteers are available and all calls are non-judgemental, confidential, and anonymous.

Niteline is open every night during term time from 21:00 to 02:30.

As an alternative to calling, students can also contact Niteline via their instant messaging service on their Online Listening page:

http://www.niteline.ie/onlinelistening.php

8.6 dIGNIty ANd RESPECt POlICyWe do not tolerate racist language or behaviour at any level. If, during your stay with us, you feel that you have been subjected to any form of racial discrimination, please contact UCD International or your student adviser (see section 8.1) immediately.

8.7 PRAyER ROOmSPrayer rooms for Muslim students are available in the Woodview Building opposite the Conway Institute on the Belfield campus.

Belfield Campus Map (Appendix 8) Building 75, B5

8.8 OthER SERVICESSome schools operate an academic adviser/mentor service. Graduate students can also call on their academic supervisors for assistance and guidance.


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9.1 UCd GlOBAl lOUNGE

UCD Global Lounge opened in 2011 and is a relaxed space for international and Irish students to meet and hang out during their time in UCD. It is unique in Ireland and over 12,000 UCD students have used the Global Lounge since it opened resulting in it becoming the international hub on campus.

Students can keep up to date with news from home on the large screen TV or 12 smaller plasma TV’s with over 350 international TV channels including Sky Sports and ESPN. Wireless headsets are available for students to listen to individual TV stations also.

The Global Lounge is a dynamic, fun and energetic place to mix and mingle with your friends between and after classes. Why not play X Box Kinect, Giant Jenga or Twister or many other games that are available and the UCD student Global Guides will be happy to set up any of the games when you wish to play.

The UCD Global Lounge is designed for you and is a home from home so don’t miss any of our events and let us know if there are any events you would like to organise.

The UCD Global Lounge is open 7 days a week so no need to leave campus to catch up on news, play games or watch sports and movies!

Chinese New Year

Thanksgiving Dinner

Australia Day

India Republic Day

St. Patrick’s Day

Iranian New Year

Spanish National Day

Oscar Party

Language Cafés

Irish Evenings

Story Telling

Salsa Dance Classes

Open Mic Nights

Student Society Events

Themed Movie Nights

International StudentSociety CoffeeAfternoons

International CareerSeminars

Table Quizzes

EVENTS

OPENING HOURS: (DURING TERM)

MOnDaY - FRiDaY: 09:00 to 21:00

satURDaY - sUnDaY: 16:30 to 21:00

For further information on using the UCD Global Lounge or to view upcoming events, check out our website, Facebook, and Twitter pages.

www.ucd.ie/international/current-students/global-lounge

UCDGlobalLounge @UCDInternat

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UCD International Orientation and Events10.1 ORIENtAtION ANd INtERNAtIONAl StUdENt WElCOmEUCD’s International Student Welcome is part of the university’s general Orientation Week in September. An additional orientation session takes place in January for students arriving at that time.

All students are exploring a new environment for the first time, and it’s a great opportunity to make friends with both Irish students and other international students. For the 2013/2014 academic year, UCD’s Orientation Week and International Student Welcome will take place from Tuesday 3rd September to Friday 6th September 2013. The International Student Welcome and Information Fair will provice information on many student support services around UCD.

Supplementary tours will introduce students to UCD and the surrounding areas. Study abroad and exchange students will receive their orientation schedule from their UCD programme co-ordinator. Full-degree international students will also have programme-specific events during orientation week. Students should check the main UCD Orientation website for details. Graduate students should contact their supervisor or their programme administrator for further information on course-specific events.

www.ucd.ie/international

sUPPLEMEntaRY EVEntsAdditional events include a BBQ, International Student Welcome Reception, practical information sessions, library tours, computer induction courses, walking tours of Dublin and trips to the Irish countryside. The up-to-date orientation programme will be available at:

www.ucd.ie/international/study-at-ucd-global/coming-to-ireland/orientation

The university-wide orientation programme will be available at:

www.ucd.ie

ORiEntatiOn sCHEDULE:

MOn. 2nD sEPtEMBER 2013 On-campus accommodation opens from 12.00 noon

WED. 4tH sEPtEMBER 2013

International Student Welcome and Information Fair

Walking tours of UCD

Shopping tours

Traditional Irish Ceili

Programme-specific orientation events

Movie evenings

tHURs. 5tH sEPtEMBER 2013

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Shopping tours

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Evening social events


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For all event details and updates during term don’t forget

to check out our Facebook page & Twitter feed.

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MOnDaY - FRiDaY: 08:00 – 19:00 (term)08:30 – 19:00(outside term)BREaKFast 08:00 – 10:00LUnCH/DinnER 12:00 – 14:30DinnER 16:30 – 19:0016:30 –18:30 (Friday)

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AIB OPENING HOURS

MOnDaY, tUEsDaY, & FRiDaY: 10:00-16:00 WEDnEsDaY: 10:30-16:00 tHURsDaY: 10:00-17:00

BANK OF IRELAND STUDENT STORE OPENING HOURS

MOnDaY, tUEsDaY, & FRiDaY: 10:00 – 16:00 WEDnEsDaY: 10:30 – 16:00 tHURsDaY: 10:00 – 17:00

11.1 REStAURANtSThere are a number of restaurants and cafes on the Belfield campus open Monday to Friday during the academic year. The Main Restaurant is located on the first floor of the Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre.

There are smaller restaurants located in Science South, Science North , the Health Sciences Centre, and the Student Centre. There are also cafes in the Sports Centre, the Newman Building, Quinn School of Business, Architecture building, the Conway Institute, and the Health Sciences Centre. The main restaurant in Blackrock is open from 08:00 to 19:30 during academic term. For more information on UCD restaurants, visit:

www.ucd.ie/catering

Main REstaURant Belfield Campus Map (Appendix 8) Building 46, D9

11.2 BANk SERVICESStudents are advised to open a bank account in Dublin as soon as possible after arrival. There is a branch of Allied Irish Banks (AIB) on campus and a branch of Bank of Ireland located opposite the main entrance.

ATM’s are located outside the Library Building, the Main Restaurant, AIB bank, and the Student Centre at the Belfield Campus. There is also an AIB ATM located on the Smurfit School Campus.

To open a bank account you will need:

• Passport • UCD student card• Proof of address (Can print this from your SIS Web account)

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All registered UCD students are entitled to use and borrow books from the libraries. UCD has 5 main libraries: James Joyce Library; Richview Library; Blackrock Library; Health Sciences Library; and the Veterinary Library.

UCD has the largest open access library in Ireland which means students have free access to most of the books in stock. Library tours are available at the beginning of each academic year and staff are always available at the information desks to help students with queries.

UCD JaMEs JOYCE LiBRaRY Belfield Campus Map (Appendix 8) Building 36, D8

GRaDUatE stUDEntsIn addition to the normal borrowing rights at the library, graduate students in UCD may apply for an Academic Libraries Co-operating in Ireland (ALCID) card. This card allows students to have access and reference rights to the stock of participating libraries, including Dublin City University, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, and Trinity College Dublin among others. Applications are made at the Information Desk at any UCD library. The cards are valid for one academic year only but can be reapplied for annually. Undergraduates are not eligible for this scheme.

For further information, please contact the Information Desk at any UCD library.

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11.4 COmPUtING SERVICESAll students have access to high speed internet, computers, and an email account. Look out for Stand Up and Surf PCs (SUAS) dotted around campus. They are Skype enabled and give you handy access to email and the internet. At the beginning of your studies you will also be issued with a UCD student email account.

GEttinG staRtEDThroughout Orientation week UCD IT Services provide free 20 minute student IT Induction courses from the Daedalus building. The orientation at the Smurfit School also includes a session on IT services on the Blackrock campus.

IT Induction courses are designed to familiarise the new UCD student with all they need to know about:

LaPtOPsYou will find many laptop areas offering easy access to the wired and wireless network. All the main campus buildings are wireless enabled. Before using the network, laptops must be registered with IT Services, located in the Daedalus Building (Belfield). Note that laptop loans are available from the IT Centres.

The Smurfit School is also wireless. Before using the network, laptops must be registered with IT Services, located beside the printing and photocopying facilities for students. Students can top up their UCard’s here also.

To find a hotspot on campus log on to: www.ucd.ie/itservices/itsupport

PRintinGTo buy credit, go to a print top-up machine (located at: Daedalus Building, Ground Floor, outside G6; James Joyce Library, 1st Floor; Health Sciences, 1st Floor Student Lab D113; and Roebuck, adjacent Common Room). Visit the IT Services website for further information: www.ucd.ie/itservices/itsupport

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• How to get help • Accessing the UCD network and

using your computer account• Using the IT Services computer labs • Accessing software applications • Using UCD Connect

• eLearning• Laptop services at UCD• UCD Mobile app • Printing Services • Saving your files

Any computer queries can be directed to the

UCD it services HelpdeskMonday – Friday: 09.00-17.30

+353 1 716 2700or [email protected]

DaEDaLUs BUiLDinG Belfield Campus Map (Appendix 8) Building 17, C8

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11.5 CAmPUS BOOkShOPThe Campus Bookshop sells a wide variety of prescribed texts. (Only new books are sold here, see below for second hand books). There is also a small bookshop on the Smurfit School campus.

11.6 SECONd-hANd BOOkShOPThe Education Office of the Students’ Union is responsible for the running of the Second-Hand Bookshop. The bookshop is located on the ground floor of the Student Centre. Second-hand books can be bought and sold here or browsed online.

www.ucdsu.ie/bookstore

11.7 StUdENtS’ UNIONThe Students’ Union provides a number of services to UCD students, from shops to free entertainment. All registered UCD students automatically become members of the Students’ Union. The Students’ Union run events on a weekly basis, including gigs, discos, and special events.

One of their main events is The Freshers’ Ball which is Ireland’s biggest student event. The Union also offers advisory services in education, welfare, employment, and accommodation matters. Its newspaper, the University Observer, is a regular publication distributed free of charge to students.

www.ucdsu.ie

UCD STUDENTS’ UNION

University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland. Web: www.ucdsu.ie Email: [email protected] Phone: +353 1 716 3108 Fax: +353 1 716 3109

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11.8 StUdENtS’ UNION ShOPSThe main shop is located on the ground floor of the Library Building, with smaller shops in the Science Centre, Engineering Building, and the Student Centre. The shops sell drinks, snacks, and newspapers.

11.9 BUIldINGS ANd SERVICESIf you have lost anything always report it to UCD Services as it may have been handed in. If you find anything around campus, please bring it to the Campus Services Desk located at the lower ground level in the UCD Agriculture and Food Science Building, or Blackrock services desk. www.ucd.ie/building/code/unicare/lostandfound.html

11.10 POSt OFFICEA post office is located at the rear of the ground floor in the Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre where all regular post office services are available. There is a post-box situated outside the post office as well as near the Library Building.

OPEninG tiMEs in tERM 09:30 to 13:30 and 14.15 to 17:30

OUt OF tERM 09:30 to 13:00 and 14:15 to 17:30

MaiL COLLECtiOn tiMEs 11.30 with the latest posting time being 16:00. Registered Mail and Swift Post mail must be in at least 15 minutes prior to collection.

BELFiELD POst OFFiCE Belfield Campus Map (Appendix 8) Building 46, D9

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11.11 StUdENt CENtREThe UCD Student Centre and UCD Sport & Fitness are at the heart of student life in UCD. The recently completed extension provides students with the most diverse student facility in Ireland.

In the Student Centre, students can spend time in the state of the art 3D cinema, where the latest blockbusters and classic films are screened. If you prefer, why not attend any number of great events in the new drama theatre or debating chamber. Within the Student Centre you can also find a 600-seat auditorium, meeting rooms, a new TV Studio, Radio Pod, Seminar Room, a medical centre, pharmacy, barbers, newsagents, and a host of great places to eat or just chill out. There is also the UCD Club House bar, where you can meet friends to have a chat or relax and watch some sport on the big screens.

The newly completed extension also houses a number of top class sporting facilities, including: a 10-lane Olympic sized swimming pool; a brand new gym; dance studio with a sprung floor; and a spinning studio. After your workout you can even wind down in the sauna, steam room, tepidarium, or Jacuzzi. All of these facilties are available for students to enjoy throughout the year.

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FaCiLitiEsOlympic sized swimming pool

Sauna/Jacuzzi

Gym

Dance and Spinning studios

Drama Theatre

Debating Chamber

3D Cinema

600-seat auditorium

Meeting rooms

New TV Studio

Radio Pod

Seminar Room

Medical centre

Pharmacy

Barbers

NewsagentsUCD sPORt & FitnEss OPEninG HOURs:

MONDAY-FRIDAY06:00 -23:00 (Last entry at 22:00)

SATURDAY/SUNDAY/BANK HOLIDAYS08:00- 18:00 (Last entry at 17:00)

www.ucd.ie/sportandfitness


FaCiLitiEsOlympic sized swimming pool

Sauna/Jacuzzi

Gym

Dance and Spinning studios

Drama Theatre

Debating Chamber

3D Cinema

600-seat auditorium

Meeting rooms

New TV Studio

Radio Pod

Seminar Room

Medical centre

Pharmacy

Barbers

Newsagents

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www.ucd.ie/sportandfitness

Olympic sized pool, cinema, debating chamber, dance studio, gym and more!


OUtDOOR FaCiLitiEs

Synthetic 5-a-side pitches

11-a-side synthetic pitch

Sand Based Hockey pitch(Also divided into 7-a-sidesoccer pitches)

National Hockey Stadium

Floodlit tennis courts

Synthetic rugby pitch

Synthetic GAA pitch/Fullsized synthetic soccer pitch

17 natural grass pitches,including the UCD Bowl.The UCD Bowl is homeground to both UCD RFCand UCD AFC.

inDOOR FaCiLitEs

Climbing wall

Multi purpose sports halls

One small hall (suitable fortable tennis/martial arts)

Four squash courts

Racquet/hand ball alleyand 2 brand new one wallhandball courts

Changing rooms

Studio & meeting room

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UCD sporting facilities are among the best in the country and reflect the popularity and significance of sporting activity in the university. This is evident in the wide range of both indoor and outdoor facilities available. The Sports Centre offers a full programme of fitness classes including spinning, step aerobics, cardio box, circuits, pilates, and aqua fit. Café Sport is also located in the Sports Centre.

Use of UCD’s sports facilities (excluding the natural grass pitches) are open to all students, staff, graduates, and members of the public. You don’t have to be a member of a sports club to use the sports facilities. Booking is easy, just drop into the Sports Information Office. For queries, telephone : +353 1 716 2183.

So why not get a group of friends together to play soccer, tennis, or basketball, or come in and use the fitness centre. The choice is yours! For full details on all the sports facilities and fitness classes please log on to::

www.ucd.ie/sport

Please note that during term time priority is given to UCD sports clubs in terms of booking facilities.

sPORts CEntRE Belfield Campus Map (Appendix 8) Building 65, E5

SPORTS CENTRE OPENING HOURS

MOnDaY - FRiDaY 07:00 – 22:00 WEEKEnD 10:00 – 17:30

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sPORts inJURYThe UCD Institute for Sport & Health, together with the international physiotherapy and rehabilitation group DBC, have established a leading Sports Medicine and Chartered Physiotherapy centre. The focus at this centre is on exercise-based rehabilitation, supplemented by the expert skills of Chartered Physios and Sports Doctors; led by Liam Heavin.

UCD Institute for Sport & Health, Newstead Building, Block C, University College Dublin tel: +353 1 716 3240 Fax: +353 1 716 3250 Email: [email protected]

11.13 UCd GEt IN GEARUCD International students are provided with an opportunity to try out a wide variety of activities in a non-competitive environment through the UCD Get in Gear Get Active Programme. The flexibility of this programme allows students to incorporate exercise into a busy academic schedule. The UCD Get in Gear Get Active Programmes are offered to UCD students twice in the academic year (October and January). The programme aims to promote the benefits of exercise and a healthy lifestyle while also providing an excellent opportunity to meet new friends here in UCD. The exercise classes are delivered over a 5-week period at three levels: Low Intensity; Medium Intensity; and High Intensity. Some examples of the Low Intensity classes include: Intro to Trampoline; Irish Dancing for Beginners; and Salsa for Beginners. Boxercise, Aqua Aerobics, and Zumba Fitness are included in the Medium Intensity classes while Kettlebells, Spinning, and Box Fit Circuits are examples of High Intensity Classes.

For further information on how to get involved visit:

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EmERGENCy tElEPhONE NUmBER

+353 1 716 7999 (Internal: 7999)

11.14 BICyClE ShOPThe Belfield Bike Shop, situated at Belfield House, sells new and second-hand bicycles, and cycling accessories. It also offers a bicycle repair service and bicycle rental service.

tel: +353 1 716 1697 Web: www.belfieldbikeshop.com

11.15 CAmPUS GARdA (POlICE)The Campus Garda Office is located at Campus Services Agriculture Building. A Community Garda will be happy to answer any queries and to help process forms such as applications for grants, passports, driving licences, visas etc. The local Donnybrook Garda Station can be contacted on +353 1 666 9200.

CaMPUs GaRDa OFFiCE OPEninG HOURs: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday: 13:00 to 14:00

11.16 UNICAREUNICARE is a university service designed to enhance the security of property and the personal safety of students, staff, and visitors on the UCD Belfield campus. The programme operates through the combined efforts of students, staff, the local Gardai, Buildings and Services, and various groups within UCD.

UNICARE red emergency phones are located throughout the campus. Services personnel provide vehicle and foot patrols on a 24-hour basis throughout the campus. If you are uncomfortable walking alone through campus at night, contact +353 1 716 1200 and a Services staff member will accompany you to your residence.

11.17 UCd CRèChEThere has been a creche on the UCD campus (near the Clonskeagh entrance) for 30 years.

Located beside a beautiful woodland area, this one storey building has two large gardens at its disposal where the children explore, have fun and play games with their friends in safety. All staff are qualified childcare professionals and are supported with further education and training. It is university policy for the centre to give students first priority.

For more information, contact the manager on +353 1 269 5143 or visit:

www.ucd.ie/creche50

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11.18 UCd CAREER dEVElOPmENt CENtREThe Career Development Centre offers a range of services and programmes designed to:

• Enable students to make career decisions and develop career action plans.

• Develop employability skills required for success in graduate recruitment.

• Facilitate effective transitions to graduate study or work, by developing effective CV’s, and interview skills and techniques. We achieve our aims through a range of services and products, including: • One-to-one career guidance at the Career

Development Centre (check our website for opening hours and details on quick query provision).

• A Resource Room packed with information on career entry requirements, industrial/employment sectors, graduate study, vacancy bulletins, and reference books.

• Weekly workshops on effective CV’s, going for interview, and personal statements for graduate study (fixed periods during teaching weeks).

In addition to activities at the Centre, the team is proactive in engaging students through, for example:

• Recruitment Fairs• Career Week/Graduate Study Week• Lectures and Programmes

Overall, the Career Development Centre aims to provide high quality information, advice, and guidance services. Come visit us at the Career Development Centre, Library Building, Belfield or go online to use our extensive range of resources and databases.

UCD sMURFit CaREER DEVELOPMEnt CEntREA dedicated MSc and MBA careers advisory service is available in Blackrock. Visit the Career Development Centre or log into CareersConnect for all information on how to meet with a Career advisor and to keep track of careers fairs, skills seminars, company visits and job vacancies. For more information speak to your Programme Manager or visit:

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UCD CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

tel: +353 1 716 7574 Email: [email protected] Website: www.ucd.ie/careers @ucdcareers ucdcareers

OPENING HOURS: Monday to Friday: 09:00 - 17:00

UCD SMURFIT CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

MSc Careers Advisor Cathy Ni Luanaigh MSc Careers Manager (Blackrock) Email: [email protected]

MBA Careers Advisor Brian Marrinan MBA Careers Manager (Blackrock) Tel: +353 1 716 8926 Email: [email protected]


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12.1 UCd Student health Service

The Student Health Service provides on-campus medical, psychological, and psychiatric care to registered students of the university.aPPOintMEntsAll consultations with doctors, counsellors, and psychiatrists are strictly by appointment (except in cases of emergency). Appointments may be made in person at reception or by phone +353 1 716 3133/3143. Due to high demand there may be a waiting time of a few days or more for an appointment. The Student Health Service does not provide full 24-hour cover and students are advised to register with a general practitioner (GP) on arrival. A visit to a general practitioner off campus costs in the region of €50 unless you have a medical card (see section 12.2).

Please book a routine appointment for non-urgent problems or to follow up a pre-existing condition in advance. If you need to see a doctor urgently you should contact the Student Health Service in the morning to avail of our daily clinic for urgent appointments only. These appointments are designed to cater for an urgent condition and will be slightly shorter than a normal consultation. For further information, visit:

www.ucd.ie/stuhealth

COnFiDEntiaLitYAll consultations are treated in strict confidence. No information is given to others without a patient’s permission.

emergency number 999 or 112UCD stUDEnt HEaLtH sERViCE COsts€25 to see a doctor, €10 to see a nurse, and €40 to see a psychiatrist. There are no charges for student counselling. For up-to-date information on costs, visit:

www.ucd.ie/stuhealth/charges/

DEntaL tREatMEntThere is no dental service attached to the Student Health Service and dental care is not covered to a great extent with a medical card. Dental treatment is relatively expensive in Dublin and students are advised to have a check-up before they leave home. For details of a dentist in your area of residence, please see:

www.dentist.ie

OPENING HOURSUCD Student Health Service, Student Centre Building, 1st Floor University College Dublin Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland.

MOnDaY - FRiDaY 09:30 - 12:30 14:00 - 16.30

Extra Surgery Hours in Term Time Only:tUEsDaY, WEDnEsDaY, & tHURsDaY 08:30-09:30tUEsDaY & tHURsDaY 13:00-14:00MOnDaY & tHURsDaY 17:00-18:00

POLICY ON EMERGENCIESEmergencies receive priority and are dealt with immediately by the doctors and nurses during normal opening hours. Outside opening hours please contact EASTDOC or CONTACTORS or go to the nearest hospital’s Accident and Emergency unit (St Vincent’s University Hospital, Elm Park can be used for any acute medical or psychiatric emergencies - 24 hour service).

EastDOC tel: +353 1 221 4021 WEEKDaYs: 18:00 - 22:00 WEEKEnDs/BanK HOLiDaYs: 10:00 -18:00

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12.2 health Services in Ireland

EU natiOnaLs Students from EU Member States in possession of the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) are entitled to public health services in Ireland. The EHIC card is available from the health authorities in your home country. For further information and information on your entitlements to healthcare while in Ireland, please see:

www.ehic.ie

nOn-EU/EEa natiOnaLsUCD does not arrange health insurance for students, but see information below regarding health insurance. The Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service website provides information on immigration rules.

www.inis.gov.ie

HEaLtH insURanCEWhile non-EEA students are advised to obtain private health insurance in Ireland, you can also purchase it in your own country. If doing so, you must ensure that it is valid in Ireland and in any other countries you plan to travel to. There are different levels of private health insurance available. Students are advised to read their policy documents carefully. The policy must cover you for in-hospital treatment in an Irish hospital up to €25,000.


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HEaLtH insURanCE (COnt.)

Basic medical expenses insurance is available for approximately €120 per annum from O’Driscoll O’Neil Insurance Brokers. This insurance policy satisfies the visa requirements for private health insurance and can be obtained before students arrive in Ireland. For more information on this insurance please visit:

www.odon.ie/ucd

More comprehensive plans are available from one of the three main private health insurance companies in Ireland: VHI; AVIVA; or Laya Healthcare.

Please note that in order to apply for a policy from one of these companies you will need to provide an address in Ireland and for AVIVA’s service you need to have a PPS number (see section 17.12). Also note that medical cover does not normally begin immediately with VHI or AVIVA. There is usually a ‘waiting period’ of twenty-six weeks. VHI offers a 10% discount to UCD international students and will usually waive the ‘waiting period’. If you are interested in this scheme, please phone VHI and let them know you are a student at UCD.

12.3 meningitis C VaccinationThe Irish Department of Health and Children has introduced a national programme to immunise everyone up to and including 22 years of age against Meningitis C. If you are within this age group we would advise you to get a vaccination against Meningitis C before you arrive. If it is not available in your own country you are advised to avail of it free of charge in the UCD Student Health Centre. As meningitis can develop swiftly and in its early stages may be confused with colds and flu, we would ask you to note its symptoms. This is particularly important for those of you who will live with other students in either residences or apartments. The most common symptoms are vomiting, fever, severe headache, painful joints, and stiff neck. As the disease progresses, the following may develop: dislike of light; disorientation; reduced awareness possibly leading to coma; and development of red or purple spots on the skin that do not fade under pressure. If you suspect that you have meningitis contact your doctor immediately or attend the nearest casualty/hospital accident and emergency department.

HEALTH INSURANCE COMPANIES

ODOnO’Driscoll O’Neil Insurance Brokers 17 Herbert Place, Dublin 2 tel: +353 1 639 5800 Web: www.odon.ie/ucd

VHi HEaLtHCaREIDA Business Park, Dublin Road, Kilkenny tel: 1890 44 44 44 (LoCall) +353 56 775 3200 (Outside Ireland) Web: www.vhi.ie

aViVa1 Park Place, Hatch Street, Dublin 2 tel: +353 1 850 71 66 66 Web: www.aviva.ie

LaYa HEaLtHCaREEastgate Road, Eastgate Business Park, Little Island, Co. Cork tel: +353 1 890 700 890 Web: www.layahealthcare.ie

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Stay Connected with UCD International

Why not enter the UCD International Blog competition during your time in UCD? You could win a prize and we will feature your blog on our website, Facebook, and Twitter pages. Check out what our current students are blogging about!

Send your blog updates to [email protected]

UCDInternational @UCDInternat UCDGlobalwww.ucd.ie/international/current-students/student-blogs-and-videos/

We went to the city to see the sites like st. Patrick’s Cathedral and st. stephen’s Green among others. it was a great experience in which i loved. At St. Patrick’s Cathedral, they have memorials to multiple Irish writers such as George Bernard Shaw, Oscar Wilde, and Jonathan Swift. It was amazing to see that much literature history in one place.- Adrian

i wish i could talk all day about the priceless things i’ve experienced and the wonderful things i’ve learned. Studying abroad not only gives me a chance to learn about the places I go and the people I meet, but it gives me a chance to learn about myself and my own country, and those are invaluable pieces of knowledge. - Patrick

My journey here is just beginning and there are so many exciting things to look forward to-classes, making new friends, traveling! The list could go on and on. Today I got to go to Northern Ireland and see the Giant’s Causeway, cross the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge and visit Belfast! - Erin

Everyone is so nice here, my teammates are so much fun, it is so green here, everyone speaks English, the chocolate and milk is amazing. - Indira

a land of enchantment, beauty, and bliss. The rolling hills of Ireland and its gaping cliffs chill the casual bystander. Inspiring writers of old, Ireland is a mystic playground for all its visitors. - Claire

We walked across the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, which is 75 feet in the air. It was so beautiful, one of the most beautiful views I have seen so far. At one point adele and i were standing looking at the bridge, the island, the water, the green hills and the cliffs and we could not believe how breath taking it was. -Callan


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Clubs and Societies

There are over 100 clubs and societies registered with the Students’ Union ranging from sports to academic interests.You can join any of these clubs and societies during Fresher’s Week (second week of Autumn term). This is a very important aspect of student life in the university. The selection and variety of the different clubs and societies is huge, and no matter what your interests are there will be a group that caters for you. There are numerous events going on each day to choose from – a match, a film, a concert, a play, or a party. Joining clubs and societies is a great way to meet people in UCD - and most sports clubs cater for beginners.

See Appendix 5 for a list of UCD clubs and societies. For further information visit:

www.ucd.ie/sportandsocieties.htm

UCD intERnatiOnaL stUDEnts’ sOCiEtY

With a membership of 1800 in 2012/13, the UCD International Students’ Society is amongst the largest socities in UCD. The UCD International Students’ Society organises social and cultural events throughout the year. It is open to both international and Irish students, with the aim of encouraging integration and creating an atmosphere from which all students will benefit.

ERasMUs stUDEnt nEtWORK UCD

Erasmus Student Network UCD was established in 2006 by Irish students who had returned from their exchange experience. It is a full member of ESN International, linking it with over 390 universities across Europe. With over 500 members every year, ESN bases its values on ‘students helping students’ and they welcome students from all over the world. They organise social integration events which include parties, language exchanges, and weekend trips around the country. They also provide information to Irish students wishing to study abroad, and practical support and first contact to international students who arrive here in UCD.



Web: www.ucd.ie/iss

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UCDVO

UCD Volunteers Overseas is a charitable organisation which offers students, staff and alumni of University College Dublin the opportunity to engage in voluntary work in developing countries. UCDVO currently runs projects in India, Haiti, Nicaragua, Tanzania, and Uganda, and works alongside local communities in carrying out small-scale development projects which respond to local needs.

UCDVO works on projects in the areas of education, environment, healthcare, construction, and information technology. Projects take place for four weeks over June/July and an average of 100 volunteers travel each year. UCDVO not only provides opportunities for volunteers and host communities to share and develop skills, it also generates greater understanding and respect for differing cultures and life experiences. Volunteers who participate in the UCDVO programme take part in development education training workshops pre-departure and on return.

The UCDVO programme runs over one academic year.Applications open online via the website www.ucdvo.org in mid-September each year. Each volunteer has a fundraising target of €2,500 which must be reached before travelling in June. Volunteers carry out events such as table quizzes, bag-packs, sponsored walks/cycles/runs, and coffee mornings to raise funds throughout the year. These funds support the volunteers’ participation costs as well as the project implementation, i.e. building a school, running an education programme for disadvantaged children, setting up computer labs, or working on a flood prevention project.

For more information please visit:

www.ucdvo.org

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Volunteers are encouraged to engage in awareness raising activities which highlight their experiences overseas and also draw connections with wider development issues.

CONTACT DETAILS

UCD Volunteers Overseas UCD International Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre University College Dublin Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland.

tel: +353 1 716 8570 Email: [email protected]


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Transportation

16.1 Buses from dublin Airport to City CentreDublin Airport is 10km north of the city centre. Aircoach is a private bus service which operates from Dublin Airport to the city centre and destinations south of the River Liffey. One circuit passes by the main entrance to UCD on the Stillorgan Road. Another circuit serves Ballsbridge and Donnybrook.

The Aircoach route map can be found in Appendix 8. For full details, please see:

www.aircoach.ie

16.2 taxis from dublin Airport to City CentreIf you arrive in the airport after 20:00, you should take a taxi to your destination. A taxi from the airport to the city centre costs approximately €25 and an additional €15 from the city centre to UCD, Belfield. Taxi drivers may add extra charges for each passenger and for luggage. If staying on the Belfield campus, you should advise taxi drivers to enter the campus via the Fosters Avenue entrance. The student residences are signposted.

16.3 Buses from City Centre to UCdDublin Bus runs all public bus services in the greater Dublin area (including DART train connection buses). Timetables of the buses serving UCD are available on their website. Please note that Dublin Bus operates an exact fare system and the driver does not give change if exact fare is not given. Prepaid bus tickets are very useful and can be purchased in the Students’ Union shop, and online at:

www.dublinbus.ie

16.4 train (dARt) from City Centre to UCd,

There are 3 train stations in Dublin City Centre- Connolly Station, Tara Street Station, and Pearse Street Station. Travel Southbound on the train towards Bray and alight at Blackrock Station. Trains run every 5-10 minutes and tickets can be purchased from the ticket office.

www.irishrail.ie

AIRCOACH TIMESThis service departs Dublin Airport at the following times:

00:00 – 04:00 Every Hour 04:00-06:00 Every 20 min. 06:00-20:00 Every 15 min. 20:00-00:00 Every 20 min.


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16.5 Ferry terminalsSea ferries operate between France and Ireland, and Britain and Ireland. Dublin has two ferry terminals, located at the North Wall and Dun Laoghaire. Rosslare Ferry Terminal in Wexford and Cork Ferry Terminal have direct train connections with Dublin.

16.6 Student travelcardStudents can avail of a reduced rate for travel on trains and buses once they have purchased a Student Travelcard. If you are enrolled full-time at UCD, you can purchase a Student Travelcard. The Student Travelcard costs €15.

Application forms are available from the Student Travelcard Express Agent in the Bookshop in the Student Centre (+353 1 716 3161) or from:

www.studenttravelcard.ie

16.7 dublin BikesDublinbikes is a self-service bike rental system open to everyone from 14 years of age. With 40 stations and 550 dbs (bikes), it enables you to travel through the city centre, commute, and get out and about to enjoy Dublin city at your leisure. All stations are equipped for Long Term Hire Card and 3 Day Ticket users. You can enjoy the many benefits of a Long Term Hire Card for just €10. A 3 Day Ticket costs €2. The first 30 minutes of use is free on every db. After this first half-hour, a service charge applies.

www.dublinbikes.ie

The ferry companies operating to and from Ireland are:

stEna LinE tel: +353 1 204 7777 Web: www.stenaline.ie

iRisH FERRiEs tel: + 353 818 300 400 Web: www.irishferries.ie

BRittanY FERRiEs tel: +353 21 427 7801 Web: www.brittanyferries.ie


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BUs ÉiREann (iRisH BUs)Irish Bus has a nationwide network of buses serving all of the major Irish cities outside the Dublin area. In addition, there is an interlink service connecting these major points to small towns or villages. Buses leave from and arrive at Busaras (Central Bus Station), which is located in the city centre, near Connolly Station.

www.buseireann.ie

iaRnRóD ÉiREann (iRisH RaiL)Irish Rail operates services to all provincial cities from two stations in Dublin, Heuston Station and Connolly Station, both of which are located in the city centre. There are two classes: standard class (economy); and super standard (1st class). With a Student Travelcard students may avail of discounts on train journeys. You can also avail of cheap fares by booking online.

www.irishrail.ie

DaRt (DUBLin aREa RaPiD tRansit)Within the Dublin area, the Dublin Area Rapid Transit (DART), runs along the coast from Howth in the north of Dublin to Greystones near the south. The times of the DART vary between every five minutes at rush hour to every half hour. The nearest station to UCD is Sydney Parade - the number 47 bus can then be taken to Belfield.

www.irishrail.ie

LUasThe Luas operates two tramline services. The Green Line connects Brides Glen to St. Stephen’s Green and trams run every 3-6 minutes during peak times. The Red Line connects Tallaght and Saggart to the O2 Arena and trams run every 3-5 minutes during peak times. Please note that the Green Line and Red Line do not connect. The Student Travelcard is valid on the Luas. For more information regarding fares and operating times please see their website:

www.luas.ie

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16.9 driving licenceHolders of Licences issued by an EU/EEa Member state

If your driving licence is issued by an EU/EEA member state you can drive in Ireland provided that your current licence is valid.

Holders of Licences issued by Recognised states

There are a number of other countries/states that Ireland has agreements with, which allow for a driving licence exchange:

For further information, visit:

www.rsa.ie/en/RSA/Licensed-Drivers/Driving-licence/Holders-of-foreign-licenses/

HOLDERS OF DRIVING LICENCES FROM OTHER COUNTRIES

If you are not from within an EU/EEA member state or any of the recognized states above (for example, if you are from Canada), and you possess a national driving licence or an international driving permit from your own country, you are permitted to drive in Ireland for the duration of your temporary visit (up to 12 months). However, if you plan on staying in Ireland for longer than 12 months you must apply for an Irish driving licence (see next page).

• Australia

• Gibraltar

• Guernsey

• Isle of Man

• Japan

• Jersey

• South Africa

• South Korea

• Switzerland

• New Zealand

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aPPLYinG FOR a LEaRnER PERMit

There are a number of steps involved in applying for a learner permit:

Pass a driver theory test. This can be applied for online at www.theorytest.ie or phone 1890 606 106. Note you will need a PPS number to book (see Section 17.12).

Apply for a learner permit. You will need a number of documents for this:

*This can be downloaded from:

www.rsa.ie/en/RSA/Learner-Drivers/

Complete a course of Essential Driver Training. See:

www.rsa.ie/en/RSA/Learner-Drivers/Driver-Training/Car-Training-EDT

The Learner Permit is usually issued for 2 years unless restricted on medical advice to 1 Year. Please note that provisional drivers must have a fully licenced driver in the car with them at all times.

aPPLYinG FOR a FULL DRiVinG LiCEnCE

In order to get a full driving licence you must complete the steps outlined above in ‘Applying for a Learner Permit’. You can apply for a test date online:

www.rsa.ie/RSA/Learner-Drivers/The-Driving-TestApply-online/

The current fee is €85 and the average waiting time in Dublin is 10 weeks. The average pass rate is around 55%.

For further information see:

www.rsa.ie/en/RSA/Learner-Drivers/The-Driving-Test/

• D201 Learner Permit Application form. * • D502 Eyesight Report form. *• Medical report D501 form. *• Theory Test Pass Certificate• 2 Passport size photographs

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Living and Working in Dublin17 .1 languageEnglish is the common language in Ireland, although Irish is the first official language. Accents differ from one county to another and even from different areas of Dublin. Initially it can be confusing. You should not expect to understand everything that Irish people say to you. If you don’t understand what someone is saying, or if you find a person is speaking too fast, just smile and ask them to slow down.

There are so many words and phrases that Irish people use which can seem strange when first encountered. We often say ‘sure that’s grand’ meaning ‘that’s fine’ or ‘that’s okay’. Some people will also say ‘a grand’ when referring to ‘a thousand Euro’ - it can be confusing! We walk on the ‘footpath’ not the ‘pavement’ or the ‘sidewalk’, and we go to the ‘cinema’ not to the ‘movies’ (although ‘movies’ is beginning to come into usage). ‘Cheers’ isn’t just for when you’re having a drink, it’s also an informal way of saying ‘thank you’. ‘Craic’ pronounced ‘crack’ is used a lot and can mean many things, including: ‘it was great craic last night’ (it was great fun last night).

17.2 Irish (Gaeilge)Irish is a Celtic language which was spoken countrywide until the middle of the nineteenth century. Today, Irish is spoken in the Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking) areas and is an official language of the EU. It is not spoken very widely in Dublin though many Irish people are now taking a new interest in learning it.

BORD na GaEiLGEBord na Gaeilge was established in UCD in 1997 to promote the wider use of Irish on the Campus. It organises Irish language classes throughout the academic year for total beginners, as well as informal social evenings with Irish traditional music and singing, weekend courses in the Gaeltacht , and regular cultural and social activities.

The first course for beginners runs from late September until December for 8 weeks, and there are other courses arranged throughout the year. View the website below for further information on course schedules and how to apply.

iRisH LanGUaGE OFFiCER

Clár Ní BhuachallaRoom L508, Library Building, University College Dublin,Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland

UsEFUL PHRasEs

Dia duit (‘Deea gwit’)

Hello (when speakingto one person)

Dia daoibh (‘Deea yeeve’)

Hello (when speaking to a group)

Go raibh maith agat

(‘Gu rev ma ag ut’)

Thanks (when speaking toone person)

Go raibh maith agaibh

(‘Gu rev ma ag wiv’)

Thanks (when speaking to a group)

Sláinte (‘Slawntya’)

Cheers (literally, ‘health’)

Fir (‘fear’)

Men (public toilets insome pubs and cafes aremarked in Irish)

Mná (‘mnaw’)

Women

Slán (‘Slawn’)

Bye

tel: +353 1 716 7387Email: [email protected]

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17.3 English language CoursesFor full information on English Language Courses, please contact:UCD Applied Language Centre Daedalus BuildingUniversity College DublinBelfield, Dublin 4, Irelandtel: +353 1 716 7900Email: [email protected]: www.ucd.ie/alc

17.4 CurrencyThe official currency of Ireland since January 2002 is the Euro (€). One euro is equivalent to 100 cent. Coins come in 1c, 2c, 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, €1, and €2 denominations. Notes are €5, €10, €20, €50, €100, €200, and €500.

The Euro can be used throughout the seventeen countries in the Eurozone which are: Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Spain. If you wish to see what Euro notes and coins look like go to:

www.gov.ie/ecbi-euro/notes.htm

To convert the currency of your country into Euro, visit:

www.xe.com

17.5 GardaíThe police in Ireland are called ‘Garda Síochána’ or for short ‘Garda’ (pronounced ‘gar-da’), plural ‘Gardaí’ (pronounced ‘gardee’). They patrol the streets on foot, on bicycles, and in cars, and are unarmed.They are very helpful and can be asked for assistance if you are lost and in need of directions, or have encountered any trouble. There is a Garda Office located on UCD Campus (see Section 11.15). The nearest Garda station to Belfield is located in Donnybrook opposite the Bank of Ireland. For further information go to:

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17.6 FoodIf you are cooking for yourself, you will find all of the basic foods in the main supermarkets (Tesco, Dunnes Stores, Superquinn, or SuperValu). These supermarkets have numerous outlets throughout Dublin and there should be one relatively near to where you are living. Tesco, Superquinn, and SuperValu offer grocery delivery services. Food may be quite different from what you are used to at home, however the bigger supermarket outlets usually stock a wide range of foods including beans, rice, spices etc. and there should be something to suit your taste.

Lidl and Aldi are discount supermarkets which sell food for approximately 1/3 lower than the main supermarkets. The selection is limited and lines at the checkout can be long, but they are great alternatives to the main supermarkets. The closest Lidl store to the Belfield Campus is located in Stillorgan (take Bus 46A in the direction of Dun Laoghaire). The nearest Aldi is located on Parnell Street in the city centre.

There are also some good specialist food shops located in Dublin. The Oriental Emporium has three locations within Dublin: 25 South Great Georges Street; 1 Upper Rathmines Road; and 30-32 Upper Abbey Street. A wide range of condiments, rice, noodles, snacks and so forth can be bought in these stores. The Asia Market located on 18 Drury Street, offers a wide range of Asian food products. The Runner Bean on Nassau Street sells organic coffee and a range of sandwiches, salads, fruit, and vegetables. Halal meat is available from the shop of the Islamic Foundation of Ireland (which is located within the premises of the Mosque in Clonskeagh). A great range of food stuffs particularly aimed at vegetarians can be found in the Down to Earth Health Food Store, 73 South Great Georges Street. Every Saturday from 10:00 until 16:30 a market selling all sorts of vegetables and organic food products is run at Meeting House Square, Temple Bar.

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17.7 dublin Social lifeDublin is a great city to come and spend some time in. It is the cultural heart of Ireland and as such has lots of amenities including cinemas, theatres, cafes, and restaurants. It is also home to the Phoenix Park, one of the largest city parks in Western Europe.

Temple Bar is a popular area in Dublin city, with many restaurants and pubs. This area has become attractive for tourists but can be relatively expensive, however it is well worth a visit. There are other student friendly areas of the city where prices are lower and many stores offer student discounts if you show your student card when purchasing items.

niGHtCLUBsThere are also plenty of nightclubs in the city, including TriPod, Dicey Reilly’s, and Dtwo. For a list of nightclubs in Dublin log on to:

www.dublinuncovered.net/nightclubs.html

CinEMasDublin is well served by cinemas. The Odeon Cinema in Stillorgan is easily accessible from UCD via the 46a bus. Cineworld and the Savoy cinemas in the city centre also show the latest films on general release. The Irish Film Institute in Temple Bar shows a variety of alternative films as does the Lighthouse cinema in Smithfield.

The UCD Cinema in the UCD Student Centre also has a number of film screenings. To check out the film schedule visit:

www.ucd.ie/studentcentre/ucdcinema/

tHEatREsDublin has a strong theatre heritage and there are many famous Irish playwrights. The Abbey Theatre and the Gate Theatre provide a good variety of plays (an enjoyable way to improve your English).

www.abbeytheatre.ie/

www.gatetheatre.ie/


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REstaURantsRestaurants range widely in price, there are many inexpensive places to eat, such as pizzerias and pasta restaurants. There are also plenty of ethnic restaurants. Many Dubliners now make the most of ‘early bird specials’ which offer a limited menu for a very reasonable price.

MUsEUMs anD aRt GaLLERiEsMany museums and art galleries can be visited free of charge. The most popular choices that are not to be missed while in Dublin are the National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology, National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts & History, and the National Museum of Ireland – Natural History (www.museum.ie). The National Gallery of Ireland (www.nationalgallery.ie), Dublin City Gallery, The Hugh Lane (www.hughlane.ie), Irish Museum of Modern Art (www.imma.ie), Chester Beatty Library (www.cbl.ie), and Dublin Castle (www. dublincastle.ie) are also worth visiting.

tRaDitiOnaL iRisH MUsiCTraditional Irish music can be heard in many pubs and bars in the city. Johnnie Fox’s is situated in the Dublin Mountains and receives lots of visitors. O’Donoghue’s on Merrion Row is less often visited by tourists and so is a little more authentic. Several pubs also specialise in jazz and fusion music, while classical music is available at the National Concert Hall . The below websites are useful for finding out about concerts and events in Dublin and Ireland.

www.nch.ie

www.ticketmaster.ie

www.entertainment.ie

www.visitdublin.com

17.8 Publications

tHE EVEnt GUiDEThe Event Guide is available in newspaper format and is free. You can pick one up in most shops, libraries, and cafes.

tHE tiCKEtThe Friday edition of the Irish Times newspaper has an entertainment section called ‘The Ticket’ which has full details of events for the week ahead.

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MOntHLY BUDGEt EstiMatEs

Student living in self-catering accommodation in his/her own room in a family home:

Accommodation €450 Food €300 Textbooks €100 Monthly commuter ticket €91.50 Clothes, entertainment, other living expenses €250

Total €1191.50

Student living in his/her own room in a rented house where the student is responsible for their own meals:

Accommodation €500Food €300Electricity (sharing w/3 people)€20Heat (sharing w/3 people) €20Textbooks €100Monthly commuter ticket €91.50Clothes, entertainment, other living expenses €250Total €1281.50

Student sharing a room with another student in private rented accommodation:

Accommodation €300Food €250Textbooks €100Monthly commuter ticket €91.50Clothes, entertainment, other living expenses €250Total €991.50

17.9 mobile PhonesYou may want to buy a mobile phone when you come to Ireland. We would advise you to compare the cost of a ‘pay as you go’ mobile phone and a phone with a monthly bill. There are several mobile phone companies in Ireland including: O2; Vodafone; Meteor; and Three. Phones can be purchased in the shop or online, and each website gives you a store locator. If you purchase a ‘pay as you go’ mobile phone you can buy credit in newsagents. Once you open a bank account you can also buy credit at the ATM, or online using Internet banking. If you get a mobile phone, please don’t forget to switch it off during lectures/tutorials/practicals. For further information log on to:

www.o2online.ie/o2/

www.vodafone.ie

17.10 Cost of livingThe cost of living in Dublin can be quite high, though it very much depends on each student’s individual needs. We have estimated a few scenarios based on individual circumstances. Please bear in mind that these are estimates only and that each individual will have their own financial needs based on their own lifestyle.

Here is a list of the cost of some everyday items in Ireland:

On-campus accommodation rates vary according to residence. See Chapter 6 for further information. Living costs in Ireland can also be estimated using our online guide:

Milk (1 litre) €1.22Loaf of Bread €1.85Butter (500g) €1.99Sugar (1kg) €1.55

Coffee (200g) €3.99Tea (160 bags) €6.19Coca Cola (2l) €2.29Big Mac Meal €6.30

www.ucd.ie/international/study-at-ucd-global/coming-to-ireland/living-costs/

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17.11 Entitlement to EmploymentInternational students engaged in full-time study of at least one year’s duration (on a course leading to a qualification which is recognised by the Irish Department of Education and Science) currently do not need a work permit to work in Ireland.

EU/EEa natiOnaLsEU/EEA nationals have the same entitlement to take up employment as that of an Irish person, with the exception of Bulgarian and Romanian Citizens who need work permits.

nOn-EU/EEa stUDEntsNon-EU/EEA nationals engaged in full-time study of at least one year’s duration (on a course leading to a qualification which is recognised by the Irish Department of Education and Skills) currently do not need a work permit to work in Ireland.

They are entitled to work up to 20 hours per week during term time and up to 40 hours per week during the university holidays. The entitlement to take up employment ceases at the expiry of your GNIB card.

Following completion of your studies, if you wish to seek employment you can apply for the Third Level Graduate Scheme (see below).

Please note: One semester students do not have an entitlement to take up employment while in Ireland.

tHiRD LEVEL GRaDUatE sCHEMEGraduates of UCD are eligible to remain in Ireland for up to 12 months, after successful completion of their degree, for the purpose of seeking employment. The scheme allows employers to employ graduates for up to 40 hours per week under student visa arrangements (Stamp 2 on a GNIB Card). This extension can be obtained at the GNIB office once you provide evidence of the degree qualification.

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17.12 PPS NumberAll employees in Ireland have a PPS number for tax purposes (tax identification number). Therefore if you are looking for a job you must apply for a PPS number.*

You need to provide the following:EU/EEa students (as an EU, EEA or Swiss national, you are free to work in Ireland without a work permit).• Passport• Proof of Address (UCD Certificate of Attendance

downloaded through your SIS account. See www.ucd.ie/registry/adminservices/studentdesk/onlinedocs.html and click on the link ‘How to Access Your Documents?’)

non-EU/EEa students (you can work 20 hours per week during term time and full time during holiday periods.* See also section 17.11 on the Third Level Graduate Scheme). • Passport• Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB) Card • UCD Student Ucard• Proof of Address (UCD Certificate of Attendance

downloaded through your SIS account. See www.ucd.ie/registry/adminservices/studentdesk/onlinedocs.html and click on the link ‘How to Access Your Documents?’)

• Confirmation of Student Status (provide Certificate of Attendance as above)

*One Semester students are not permitted to work while in Ireland.Please note that if you have “Stamp 2A” on your Garda National Immigration Card you will not be permitted to work during your stay in Ireland.

17.13 Employment WebsitesThere are many websites which cater to specific searches for jobs. These sites give tips on how to apply for jobs and help you to build a CV.

www.monster.ie www.jobs.ie www.irishjobs.ie

17.14 Volunteer WorkMany students like to work in voluntary organisations during their stay in Ireland. Extensive information on places to volunteer and how to get involved can be found on:

www.volunteer.ie

aPPLY FOR PPs nUMBER

Dept. of Social Protection King’s Inns Office 20 King’s Inns Street Dublin 1

Tel: +353 1 889 9500

OPEninG HOURs

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Appendix 1Colleges and Schools of University College Dublin in 2013/2014

Appendix 2List of Youth Hostels/Budget Accommodation

Appendix 3List of Estate Agents for Off-Campus Accommodation

Appendix 4Countries whose Passport Holders do not require Visas to enter Ireland

Appendix 5List of Societies in University College DublinList of Sports Clubs in University College Dublin

Appendix 6Useful Addresses in University College DublinUseful Websites in University College Dublin

Appendix 7Useful Addresses and Websites in Dublin

Appendix 8Maps: Leopardstown Aircoach Route Map University College Dublin Belfield Campus MapDublin and University College Dublin Map Blackrock Campus MapDublin Street Map

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UCD COLLEGE OF aGRiCULtURE, FOOD sCiEnCE anD VEtERinaRY MEDiCinE

UCD School of Agriculture and Food Science UCD School of Veterinary Medicine

UCD COLLEGE OF aRts anD CELtiC stUDiEs

UCD School of Archaeology UCD School of Art History and Cultural Policy UCD School of Classics UCD School of English, Drama and Film UCD School of History and Archives UCD School of Irish, Celtic Studies, Irish Folklore and Linguistics UCD School of Languages and Literatures UCD School of Music

UCD COLLEGE OF BUsinEss anD LaW

UCD School of Business UCD School of Law

UCD COLLEGE OF EnGinEERinG anD aRCHitECtURE

UCD School of Architecture UCD School of Biosystems Engineering UCD School of Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering UCD School of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering UCD School of Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering UCD School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering

UCD COLLEGE OF HEaLtH sCiEnCEs

UCD School of Medicine and Medical Science UCD School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Systems UCD School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Performance Science

UCD COLLEGE OF HUMan sCiEnCEs

UCD School of Applied Social Science UCD School of Economics UCD School of Education UCD School of Geography, Planning and Environmental Policy UCD School of Information and Library Studies UCD School of Philosophy UCD School of Politics and International Relations UCD School of Psychology UCD School of Social Justice UCD School of Sociology

UCD COLLEGE OF sCiEnCE

UCD School of Biology and Environmental Science UCD School of Biomolecular and Biomedical Science UCD School of Chemistry and Chemical Biology UCD School of Computer Science and Informatics UCD School of Geological Sciences UCD School of Mathematical Sciences UCD School of Physics


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APPENdIX 1COLLEGEs anD sCHOOLs OF UniVERsitY COLLEGE DUBLin in 2013/2014

APPENdIX 2List OF YOUtH HOstELs/BUDGEt aCCOMMODatiOn

Prices start from €9 per night and weekly rates may be available.

aBBEY COURt29 Bachelors Walk, Dublin 1.tel: +353 1 878 0700Fax: +353 1 878 0719Email: [email protected]: www.abbey-court.com

aBRaHaM HOUsE82/83 Lr. Gardiner Street,Dublin 1.tel: +353 1 855 0600Fax: +353 1 855 0598Email: [email protected]: www.abraham-house.ie

asHFiELD HOUsE19/20 D’Olier Street,Dublin 2.tel: +353 1 679 7734Fax: +353 1 679 0852Email: [email protected]: www.ashfieldhouse.ie

aVaLOn HOUsE55 Aungier Street, Dublin 2.tel: +353 1 475 0001Fax: +353 1 475 0303Email: [email protected]: www.avalon-house.ie

BaRnaCLEsTemple Bar House, 19 Temple Lane South, Dublin 2.tel: +353 1 671 6277Fax: +353 1 671 6591Email: [email protected]: www.barnacles.ie

DUBLin intERnatiOnaL HOstEL61 Mountjoy Street, Dublin 7.tel: +353 1 830 1766Fax: +353 1 830 5808Email: [email protected]: www.anoige.ie

isaaC’s HOstEL2-5 Frenchman’s Lane,Dublin 1.tel: +353 1 855 6215Fax: +353 1 855 6574Email: [email protected]: www.isaacs.ie

JaCOB’s inn21-28 Talbot Place, Dublin 1.tel: +353 1 855 5660Fax: +353 1 855 5664Email: [email protected]: www.jacobsinn.com

KinLaY HOUsE2-12 Lord Edward Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2.tel: +353 1 679 6644Fax: +353 1 679 7437Email: [email protected]: www.kinlaydublin.ie


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aBBOtt & MattHEWs40 Dame Street (corner of Trinity Street),Dublin 2.tel: +353 1 679 2434Fax: +353 1 679 2453Email: [email protected] Web: www.abbottmatthews.com

CHRistiEs PROPERtY ManaGEMEnt PaRtnERsHiP13 Upper Baggot Street, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4.tel: +353 1 667 00 99Fax: +353 1 667 01 07Email: [email protected]: www.christiespmp.com

DiaL-a-sHORt-LEt80 Haddington Road, Dublin 4.tel: +353 1 667 2541Fax: +353 1 668 5911Email: [email protected]: www.dialashortlet.com

HOME LOCatORs35 Dawson Street (opp Mansion House),Dublin 2.tel: +353 1 679 5233/679 5214Fax: +353 1 679 2715Email: [email protected]: www.homelocators.ie

LisnEY24 St. Stephen’s Green,Dublin 2.tel: +353 1 638 2700Fax: +353 1 638 2706Email: [email protected]: www.lisney.com

LOWE & assOCiatEs142 Lr. Rathmines Road,Dublin 6.tel: +353 1 406 0000 +353 1 491 1014Fax: +353 1 496 0501Email: [email protected]: www.lowe.ie

also check these websites:www.daft.iewww.independent.iewww.let.iewww.myhome.ie/rentalswww.letbynet.com

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APPENdIX 4

1 HOnG KOnG saR (special administrative Region) A person in possession of a Hong Kong certificate of identity requires an entry visa for the State. Persons who are holders of a British Hong Kong Passport who have a right of abode in Great Britain do not require entry visas. Persons who are holders of a British Hong Kong Passport who have a right of abode in Hong Kong only do not require entry visas but they are subject to full foreign national controls in respect of registration, permission to remain, work permits etc.

AndorraAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaAustraliaAustriaBahamasBarbadosBelgiumBelizeBoliviaBotswanaBrazilBruneiBulgariaCanadaChileCosta RicaCroatiaCyprusCzech RepublicDenmarkDominicaEl SalvadorEstoniaFijiFinlandFranceGermanyGreeceGrenada

GuatemalaGuyanaHondurasHong Kong (SpecialAdministrative Region)1HungaryIcelandIsraelItalyJapanKiribatiLatviaLesothoLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacau (Special AdministrativeRegion)MalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaltaMexicoMonacoNauruNetherlandsNew ZealandNicaraguaNorwayPanama

ParaguayPolandPortugalRomaniaSaint Kitts & NevisSaint LuciaSaint Vincent & the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSeychellesSingaporeSlovak RepublicSloveniaSolomon IslandsSouth AfricaSouth KoreaSpainSwazilandSwedenSwitzerlandTaiwanTongaTrinidad & TobagoTuvaluUnited Kingdom & ColoniesUnited States of AmericaUruguayVanuatuVatican CityVenezuela

COUntRiEs WHOsE PassPORt HOLDERs DO nOt REqUiRE Visas tO EntER iRELanD

n.B. the list below is correct as of april 2013. However, it is important to note that additions and deletions are regularly made to the non-visa lists. if in doubt contact irish naturalisation and immigration service, tel: +353 1 616 7700 and ask for Visa section or check www.inis.gov.ie.

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APPENdIX 5 List OF sOCiEtiEs in UniVERsitY COLLEGE DUBLinFull details available from: students’ Consultative Forum (tel: +353 1 716 3100)

UCD Chamber ChoirAn Cumann GaelachChess ClubArts Postgraduate Students Assoc.Civil Engineering SocietyChemical SocietyComputer Science SocietyChristian UnionComedy SocietyDramaSocElectronic and Electrical EngineeringELSAEngineering SocietyEnglish Literary SocietyESNFilm SocietyFrench SocietyForestry SocietyGames SocietyGerman SocietyGlasgow Celtic Supporters ClubHellenic SocietyInternational Students SocietyIslamic SocietyJuggling SocietyKevin Barry Cumann (Fianna Fail)Law SocietyL & H SocietyLGB Society

Mathematical SocietyMature Students’ SocietyMechanical Engineering SocietyMedical SocietyNetSocNewman SocietyOutreach SocietyPolitics SocietyPhilosophy SocietyPhotographic SocietyPsychology SocietyPhysiology SocietyRacing ClubRetrospective SocietyScience Fiction and Fantasy SocietySoccer Supporters SocietyStaff Golf SocietySt. Vincent de PaulWorld Aid SocietyYoung Fine Gael


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Aikido American Football Archery Athletics Badminton Ladies Basketball Men’s Basketball Ladies Boat Men’s Boat Boxing Camogie Canoe Capoeira Caving & Potholing Cricket Cycling Dodgeball Equestrian Fencing Ladies Gaelic Football Men’s Gaelic Football Ladies & Men’s Golf Handball Ladies Hockey Men’s Hockey Hurling Judo Karate Kite Lacrosse Lau Gar Kickboxing

Mountaineering Mixed Martial Arts Netball Ninjitsu Olympic Handball Orienteering Pool & Snooker Rifle Men’s Rugby Women’s Rugby Sailing Shaolin Kung Fu Snow Sports Men’s Soccer Women’s Soccer Softball Squash Sub Aqua Surf Swimming and Waterpolo Table Tennis Tae Kwon Do Tai Chi Chuan Tennis Trampoline Ultimate Frisbee Volleyball Wheelchair Sports Windsurfing Wrestling

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aCCOMMODatiOn OFFiCEUCD, Belfield, Dublin 4.Email: [email protected]

aDMissiOns OFFiCEStudent DeskTierney (Administration)Building, UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4.tel: +353 1 716 1555Email: [email protected]

assEssMEnt anD LOGistiCs Unit (EXaMinatiOns)Student DeskTierney (Administration)Building, UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4.tel: +353 1 716 1555Email: [email protected]

FEEs anD GRants OFFiCEStudent DeskTierney (Administration) Building,UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4.tel: +353 1 716 1554

UCD GRaDUatE stUDiEs Tierney Building, Room 014, UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4. tel: +353 1 716 4043 Email: [email protected]

UCD intERnatiOnaL Gerald Manley Hopkins Centre,UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4.tel: +353 1 716 8500Fax: +353 1 716 1165Email: [email protected]

UCD REGistRYStudent DeskTierney (Administration) Building,UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4.tel: +353 1 716 1554Email: [email protected]

stUDEnt HEaLtH sERViCEStudent Centre, UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4.tel: +353 1 716 3133/3134Fax: +353 1 716 3145

stUDEnts UniOnStudent Centre, UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4.tel: +353 1 716 3108Email: [email protected]

MERViLLE aCCOMMODatiOn OFFiCE UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland. tel: +353 1 716 1274 Fax: +353 1 716 1154 Email: [email protected]

ROEBUCK HaLL aCCOMMODatiOn OFFiCE UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland. tel: +353 1 716 1005 Fax: +353 1 716 1011 Email: [email protected]

GLEnOMEna aCCOMMODatiOn OFFiCE UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland. tel: +353 1 716 1030 Fax: +353 1 716 1154 Email: [email protected] BELGROVE aCCOMMODatiOn OFFiCE UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland. tel: +353 1 716 8777 Fax: +353 1 269 7500 Email: [email protected]

BLaCKROCK aCCOMMODatiOn OFFiCE UCD, Carysfort Avenue, Blackrock, Co Dublin, Ireland. tel: +353 1 716 8807 Fax: 353 1 716 8072 Email: [email protected]

PROBY aCCOMMODatiOn OFFiCE UCD, Carysfort Avenue, Blackrock, Co. Dublin tel: +353 1 716 8807 Fax: +353 1 716 8072 Email: [email protected]

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APPENdIX 6 UsEFUL WEBsitEs in UniVERsitY COLLEGE DUBLin

Main UCD WEBsitE:www.ucd.ie

UCD intERnatiOnaL OFFiCE:www.ucd.ie/international

UCD aDMissiOns OFFiCE:https://myucd.ucd.ie/prospectivestudents/prospects.ezc

UCD GRaDUatE stUDiEs OFFiCE:www.ucd.ie/graduatestudies/

UCD FEEs OFFiCE:www.ucd.ie/registry/adminservices/fees/

UCD assEssMEnt anD LOGistiCs OFFiCE (EXaMs):www.ucd.ie/registry/assessment

UCD REGistRY:www.ucd.ie/registry

UCD LiBRaRY:www.ucd.ie/library

stUDEnt inFORMatiOn sYstEM:https://sisweb.ucd.ie

aPPLiED LanGUaGE CEntRE:www.ucd.ie/alc


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BORD FaiLtE (tOURisM BOaRD)Baggot Street BridgeBaggot StreetDublin 2, Irelandtel: 1850 230 330Web: www.discoverireland.ie

BUs atHa CLiatH (DUBLin BUs)59 Upper O’Connell StreetDublin 1, Irelandtel: +353 1 873 4222Web: www.dublinbus.ie

BUs EiREann (iRisH BUs)Busáras (Central Bus Station)Store StreetDublin 1, Irelandtel: +353 1 836 6111Web: www.buseireann.ie

DUBLin tOURisM CEntRESuffolk StreetDublin 2, Irelandtel: +353 1 437 0969Web: www.visitdublin.com

iRisH natURaLisatiOn anD iMMiGRatiOn sERViCE (inis) VISA SECTION13-14 Burgh QuayDublin 2, Irelandtel: +353 1 616 7700Web: www.inis.gov.ie

iaRnROD EiREann (iRisH RaiL)Head Office Connolly StationDublin 1, IrelandPassenger Information (incl. DART):tel: +353 1 8366222/1850 366 222Web: www.irishrail.ie

iRisH COUnCiL FOR intERnatiOnaL stUDEnts (iCOs)41 Morehampton RoadDublin 4, Irelandtel: +353 1 660 5233Fax: +353 1 668 2320Email: [email protected]: www.icosirl.ie

JUstiCE, EqUaLitY & LaW REFORM, DEPaRtMEnt OF94 St. Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2, Irelandtel: +353 1 602 8202Email: [email protected]: www.justice.ie

GaRDa síOCHána (POLiCE)DonnybrookDublin 4, Irelandtel: +353 1 666 9200Web: www.garda.ieGarda Confidential Freephone: 1800 666 111

APPENdIX 7UsEFUL aDDREssEs in DUBLin

Education in Ireland: www.educationinireland.comAssociation for Higher Education Access and Disability: www.ahead.ieInformation on Public Services: www.citizensinformation.ieGovernment of Ireland: www.gov.ieIrish Government International Directory: www.ask-ireland.comTourism in Ireland: www.discoverireland.ieDublin Tourism: www.visitdublin.com

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A gnes M cGuire Social W ork Building(A rts A nnexe) 1 E9UCD A griculture and Food Science Centre 2 D7A rdmore House 3 C8Bank, A IB 4 C8Belgrove Student Residences 5 E8Bicycle Shop 6 B10UCD Bowl 7 C4Centre for Research in Infectious Diseases (CRID) 8 B8Centre for Synthesis and Chemical Biology (CSCB) 9 D7Charles Institute for Dermatology 10 C5UCD Clinton Centre for A merican Studies(Belf ield House) 11 B10UCD Complex and A daptive Systems Laboratory (CA SL Block 8) 12 D1UCD Computer Centre 13 C5UCD Computer Science and Informatics Centre 14 C6UCD Conway Institute 15 B5Crannóg House 16 G11Daedalus Building 17 C8Energy Centre 18 F3UCD Engineering & M aterials Science Centre 19 C9Entrance House 20 B8Environmental Protection A gency 21 E1UCD Geary Institute (A rts A nnexe) 22 F9

Glenomena Student Residences 24 C11Hanna Sheehy-Skeff ington Building (A rts A nnexe) 25 E9Health Sciences Centre 26 C5UCD Humanities Institute Ireland 27 F9Industrial M icrobiology 28 C8UCD James Joyce Library 29 D7UCD John Hume Institute for Global Irish Studies(W illiam Jefferson Clinton A uditorium) 30 B9M edical Bureau of Road Safety (M BRS) 31 D5M erville Student Residences 32 D11National Hockey Centre 33 D4National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT) 34 C12National Virus Reference Laboratory (NVRL) 35 C8Newman Building 36 D8NovaUCD 37 B12Oakmount Creche 38 G6UCD O’K ane Centre for Film Studies (Observatory) 39 F7O'Reilly Hall 40 C7Our Lady Seat of W isdom Church 41 E6Pavillion 42 D4Planning and Environmental Policy 43 E1UCD Quinn School of Business 44 D9UCD Research 45 C8Restaurant 46 D9Richview Buildings Labatory 47 E1Richview Lecture Building 48 F1Richview Library 49 E1Richview M emorial Hall 50 F1Richview Newstead Block A 51 F2Richview Newstead Block B (M ain Bld) 52 F2Richview Newstead Block C 53 E3Richview School of A rchitecture 54 E1Roebuck A nnexe 55 F11Roebuck Castle 56 G11Roebuck Hall Residence 57 F11

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Rosemount 59 H4UCD Science Centre (Hub) 60 D6UCD Science Centre (North) 61 C6UCD Science Centre (South) 62 D6UCD Science Centre (W est) 63 D6UCD Science Centre (East) 64 C6UCD Sports Centre 65 E5St. Stephens 66 C10UCD Student Centre 67 D5UCD Student Club 68 D9

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UCD College of ScienceUCD School of Biology and Environmental Science 2, 63UCD School of Biomolecular and Biomedical Science 3, 15, 26, 63 UCD School of Chemistry and Chemical Biology 9, 19, 62UCD School of Computer Science and Informatics 14, 61UCD School of Geological Sciences 60, 61, 63UCD School of Mathematical Sciences 12, 29, 60UCD School of Physics 19, 61C

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Location Map

UCD Unicare: our campus, our care...

Emergency Line: (01 716) 7999

Buildings under construction or in the planning stage are shown in Italics

Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre 46 D9

UCD College of Agriculture, Food Science and Veterinary MedicineUCD School of Agriculture and Food Science 2, 59UCD School of Veterinary Medicine 73, 74 UCD College of Arts and Celtic StudiesUCD School of Archaeology 16, 36, 56UCD School of Art History and Cultural Policy 36UCD School of Classics 36UCD School of English, Drama and Film 25, 36, 39UCD School of History and Archives 27, 29, 36UCD School of Irish, Celtic Studies, Irish Folklore and Linguistics 36UCD School of Languages and Literatures 36, 39UCD School of Music 36

UCD College of Business and LawUCD School of Business 44UCD School of Law 56

UCD College of Engineering and ArchitectureUCD School of Architecture 43, 47, 49, 50, 52, 54UCD School of Biosystems Engineering 19UCD School of Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering 19UCD School of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering 19UCD School of Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering 12, 19UCD School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering 12, 19

UCD College of Health SciencesUCD School of Medicine and Medical Science 15, 26UCD School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Systems 26UCD School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Performance Science 26

UCD College of Human SciencesUCD School of Applied Social Science 25UCD School of Economics 26UCD School of Education 36, 43, 54UCD School of Information and Library Studies 29UCD School of Philosophy 36UCD School of Politics and International Relations 29, 36UCD School of Psychology 36UCD School of Social Justice 29UCD School of Sociology 29, 36

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UCD Student Centre and UCD Sport & Fitness

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Belfield Campus Map

Building IndexNo.Grid

Agnes McGuire Social Work Building(Arts Annexe)1E9UCD Agriculture and Food Science Centre 2D7Ardmore House3C8Bank, AIB4C8Belgrove Student Residences5E8Bicycle Shop6B10UCD Bowl7C4Centre for Research in Infectious Diseases (CRID)8B8Centre for Synthesis and Chemical Biology (CSCB)9D7Charles Institute for Dermatology10C5UCD Clinton Centre for American Studies(Belfield House)11B10UCD Complex and Adaptive Systems Laboratory (CASL Block 8)12D1UCD Computer Centre13C5UCD Computer Science and Informatics Centre14C6UCD Conway Institute15B5Crannóg House16G11Daedalus Building 17C8Energy Centre18F3UCD Engineering & Materials Science Centre19C9Entrance House20B8Environmental Protection Agency21E1UCD Geary Institute (Arts Annexe)22F9Glebe House23G11Glenomena Student Residences24C11Hanna Sheehy-Skeffington Building (Arts Annexe)25E9Health Sciences Centre 26C5UCD Humanities Institute Ireland27F9Industrial Microbiology28C8UCD James Joyce Library 29D7UCD John Hume Institute for Global Irish Studies(William Jefferson Clinton Auditorium)30B9Medical Bureau of Road Safety (MBRS)31D5Merville Student Residences32D11National Hockey Centre33 D4National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT) 34C12National Virus Reference Laboratory (NVRL)35C8Newman Building36D8NovaUCD37B12Oakmount Creche38G6UCD O’Kane Centre for Film Studies (Observatory)39F7O'Reilly Hall40C7Our Lady Seat of Wisdom Church41E6Pavillion42D4Planning and Environmental Policy43E1UCD Quinn School of Business 44D9UCD Research45C8Restaurant 46D9Richview Buildings Labatory47E1Richview Lecture Building 48F1Richview Library49E1Richview Memorial Hall 50F1Richview Newstead Block A51F2Richview Newstead Block B (Main Bld)52F2Richview Newstead Block C 53E3Richview School of Architecture54E1Roebuck Annexe55F11Roebuck Castle56G11Roebuck Hall Residence57F11Roebuck Offices58G11

Building Index (cont)No.Grid

Rosemount 59H4UCD Science Centre (Hub)60D6UCD Science Centre (North)61C6UCD Science Centre (South) 62D6UCD Science Centre (West) 63D6UCD Science Centre (East) 64C6UCD Sports Centre 65E5St. Stephens66C10UCD Student Centre 67D5UCD Student Club 68D9UCD Student Learning Leisure and Recreation Facility 69E5Thornfield70B3Tierney Building(Administration Building)71C8UCD Urban Institute of Ireland (UII)72F1Veterinary Hospital 73B6UCD Veterinary Sciences Centre 74B6Woodview House75B5

Academic IndexCollege of Human Sciences

No.

UCD School of Applied Social Sciences25UCD School of Economics36UCD School of Education58UCD School of Geography Planning and Environmental Policy36, 43, 54UCD School of Information and Library Studies29UCD School of Philosophy36UCD School of Politics and International Relations29, 36UCD School of Psychology36UCD School of Social Justice29UCD School of Sociology29, 36

College of Arts & Celtic StudiesNo.

UCD School of Archaeology16, 36, 56UCD School of Art History and Cultural Policy36UCD School of Classics36UCD School of English, Drama and Film25, 36, 39UCD School of History and Archives27, 29, 36UCD School of Irish, Celtic Studies, Irish Folklore and Linguistics36UCD School of Languages, Literatures36, 39UCD School of Music36

College of Engineering, Mathematics & Physical SciencesNo.

UCD School of Architecture, Landscape and Civil Engineering43, 47, 49, 50, 52, 54UCD School of Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering19UCD School of Computer Science and Informatics14, 61UCD School of Electrical, Electronic and Mechanical Engineering12, 19UCD School of Geological Sciences60, 61, 63UCD School of Mathematical Sciences12, 29, 60UCD School of Physics19, 61

College of Business & LawNo.

UCD School of Business44UCD School of Law56

College of Life SciencesNo.

UCD School of Agriculture, Food Science and Veterinary Medicine2, 59, 73, 74UCD School of Biological and Environmental Science2, 63UCD School of Biomolecular and Biomedical Science3, 15, 26, 63UCD School of Chemistry and Chemical Biology9, 19, 62UCD School of Medicine and Medical Science15, 26UCD School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Systems26UCD School of Physiotherapy and Performance Science26UCD School of Public Health and Population Science26, 75

Campus Information

Catering FacilitiesNo.Grid

Arts Café36D8Café Brava67D5Elements Restaurant60D6Insomnia15,37,44B5,D9,B12Nine One One 29,74D7,B6O’Briens Sandwich Bar26, 54C5, E1Restaurant46D9School of Law Café56G11The Sports Café65E5Student Club Café68D9

Services

Bank4C7Bicycle Shop6B10Campus Bookshop29D7Centra Supermarket32D11Copi-Print29,36,44D7,D8,D9Laundry24, 57C11, F11Pharmacy67D5Post Office46D9Sports Centre Barber 65E5Student Desk71C8Student Health Service67D5Student Union67D5Student Union Shop29D7UCD HR58G11

Traffic Calming Programme

Traffic Restrictions in OperationMon-Fri Barriers closed from:07.00-10.30

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Gates Opening Times

N11 Entrance24 hoursClonskeagh Entrance, (Mon-Sun)07.00-00.00Owenstown Entrance (Mon-Sat)07.00-00.00Fosters Avenue Entrance07.00-00.00Richview Entrance (Mon-Fri)07.00-00.00

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Blackrock Examination Centre 1. H5

Copi-Print / ILTG 2. D3

D Building 3. D3

E Building / Memorial Hall 4. C4

East Hall 5. C3

Graduate School of Business 6. D3

Library 7. E3

Liguori House (Grey House) 8. E1

Management House 9. D2Executive Education

Marketing Development 10. D3Programme (Granite Room)

Oratory 11. B3

Proby House 12. D1

Restaurant 13. B4

Services Desk 14. C4

West Hall 15. B3

Laundry Room 16. D4

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WindyArbour

Goatstown

Stillorgan

St VincentsHospital

RTEMast

BELFIELDCAMPUS

Dublin Bay

BLACKROCK CAMPUS

EARLSFORT TERRACE

Mount Merrion

Booterstown

Blackrock

Merrion

Milltown

Clonskeagh

Donnyrook

Ballsbridge

Ranelagh

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Sandymount

Dundrum

Herbert Park

Location Map

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D Building 3. D3


East Hall 5. C3


Library 7. E3




Oratory 11. B3

Proby House 12. D1

Restaurant 13. B4


West Hall 15. B3

Laundry Room 16. D4

Walkways

Roadways

Parking

Building

LEGEND





N11

WindyArbour

Goatstown

Stillorgan

St VincentsHospital

RTEMast

BELFIELDCAMPUS

Dublin Bay

BLACKROCK CAMPUS

EARLSFORT TERRACE

Mount Merrion

Booterstown

Blackrock

Merrion

Milltown

Clonskeagh

Donnyrook

Ballsbridge

Ranelagh

S

Sandymount

Dundrum

Herbert Park

Location Map


Con

vent

Road

To Blackrock



Sydney Terrace

Avoca Place

Avoc

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nue


13

12

11

10

9

8 7

6

54

316

15

14

2

1





D Building 3. D3


East Hall 5. C3


Library 7. E3




Oratory 11. B3

Proby House 12. D1

Restaurant 13. B4


West Hall 15. B3

Laundry Room 16. D4

Walkways

Roadways

Parking

Building

LEGEND





N11

WindyArbour

Goatstown

Stillorgan

St VincentsHospital

RTEMast

BELFIELDCAMPUS

Dublin Bay

BLACKROCK CAMPUS

EARLSFORT TERRACE

Mount Merrion

Booterstown

Blackrock

Merrion

Milltown

Clonskeagh

Donnyrook

Ballsbridge

Ranelagh

S

Sandymount

Dundrum

Herbert Park

Location Map


Con

vent

Road

To Blackrock



Sydney Terrace

Avoca Place

Avoc

aAve

nue


13

12

11

10

9

8 7

6

54

316

15

14

2

1





D Building 3. D3


East Hall 5. C3


Library 7. E3




Oratory 11. B3

Proby House 12. D1

Restaurant 13. B4


West Hall 15. B3

Laundry Room 16. D4

Walkways

Roadways

Parking

Building

LEGEND





N11

WindyArbour

Goatstown

Stillorgan

St VincentsHospital

RTEMast

BELFIELDCAMPUS

Dublin Bay

BLACKROCK CAMPUS

EARLSFORT TERRACE

Mount Merrion

Booterstown

Blackrock

Merrion

Milltown

Clonskeagh

Donnyrook

Ballsbridge

Ranelagh

S

Sandymount

Dundrum

Herbert Park

Location Map


Con

vent

Road

To Blackrock



Sydney Terrace

Avoca Place

Avoc

aAve

nue


13

12

11

10

9

8 7

6

54

316

15

14

2

1





D Building 3. D3


East Hall 5. C3


Library 7. E3




Oratory 11. B3

Proby House 12. D1

Restaurant 13. B4


West Hall 15. B3

Laundry Room 16. D4

Walkways

Roadways

Parking

Building

LEGEND





N11

WindyArbour

Goatstown

Stillorgan

St VincentsHospital

RTEMast

BELFIELDCAMPUS

Dublin Bay

BLACKROCK CAMPUS

EARLSFORT TERRACE

Mount Merrion

Booterstown

Blackrock

Merrion

Milltown

Clonskeagh

Donnyrook

Ballsbridge

Ranelagh

S

Sandymount

Dundrum

Herbert Park

Location Map10021 - Blackrock Map_Layout 1 05/08/2010 15:04 Page 2

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BU SÁRA S

UCD (BUS 39A/46A)

SOCIAL WELFARE

OFFICE (PPS NUMBER)

GARDA NATIONAL

IMMIGRATION BUREAU

UCD (BUS 11/A/B)

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MAIN BUS STATION

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THE POINT

BU SÁRA S

UCD (BUS 39A/46A)

SOCIAL WELFARE

OFFICE (PPS NUMBER)

GARDA NATIONAL

IMMIGRATION BUREAU

UCD (BUS 11/A/B)

Ordnance Survey Ireland Permit No. 8825 © Ordnance Survey Ireland/Government of Ireland

MAIN BUS STATION


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AAcademic Calendar 29Accommodation 21Admission Procedures 5Aircoach 63Applied Language Centre 70

BBank Services 41Bicycle Shop 50Blog Competition 57 Buildings and Services 45Bus 63

CCampus Bookshop 44Campus Garda (Police) 50Career Development Centre 51Chaplains 34Cinemas 72Clubs 83Computing Services 43Crèche 50Currency 70

DDART 65Dental Treatment 53Driving Licence 66Dublin 1Dublin Street Map 94

EEmergencies 50Employment 75Employment office 76English Language Courses 70Erasmus Student Network UCD 59Estate Agents 80

European Health Insurance Card (EHIC)54Exams 19

FFees and Grants Office 84Ferry Terminals 64Food 71

GGardaí 70Garda National Immigration Bureau 14Garda (Police) Campus Offices 50Global Lounge 37

HHealth 53Health Insurance 55Health Services 53Hostels 79

IImmigration Regulations 13International Student Adviser 31International Study Centre 3International Students Society 59Ireland 1Irish 69Irish Rail 65IT Induction 43

LLanguage 69Laptops 43Lectures 29Library 42LUAS 65

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MMaps 87Mobile phones 74Museums 73

NNiteline 35

OOrientation 39

PPost Office 45PPS Number 76Prayer Rooms 35Pre-Masters 3 Printing 43Publications 73

RRegistration 17Restaurants 73

SSecond-Hand Bookshop 44Services & Facilities 41Shop 45Social Life 72Societies 59Sports Centre 48Sports Clubs 59Staff iiStudent Advisers 32Student Card (UCARD) 17Student Centre 46Student Health Service 53Students’ Union 44Student TravelCard 64Study Abroad 10Support 31

TTheatres 72Traditional Irish music 73Transportation 63

UUCARD 17Unicare 50University College Dublin Belfield Campus Map 88 University College Dublin Smurfit Campus Map 93 UCDVO 61

VVisa 13


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